News from the ABC Australia
How far would you go for a vanilla slice? Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A family has spent the last ten months cleaning litter along a 43-kilometre stretch of highway on WA's south coast. Today they finally reached their destination — a country bakery where they enjoyed their just desserts.
Live: Tigers face resurgent Demons under MCG Friday night lights Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Richmond and Melbourne meet on the MCG stage for their now-traditional Anzac Day Eve clash, as the Tigers look to get off the mark against a dangerous Demons side. Follow live.
Woman chooses to go blind in one eye after delays in care Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A 47-year-old woman receiving care at a public eye clinic in South Australia says her experience has been so poor she is choosing to go blind in one eye.
AI traffic cameras set to deliver $440m fines windfall Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The cameras have handed out around 184,000 infringements since they started issuing fines in October last year, according to the WA government.
Blues star says Women's Origin timing 'not ideal' after six-month lay-off Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Kezie Apps is one of a number of Origin stars who will play her first match in a matter of months when she represents the Blues, and she doesn't believe the lay-off is the best preparation.
'Not what the community wanted': Big Splash lease spared despite backlash Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
ACT planning authorities have decided they will not follow through with a threat to terminate the lease of Big Splash water park, saying they are now satisfied the operators have made moves to reopen later this year.
Norway and Türkiye follow Australia with youth social media bans Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Several European nations seek to rein in children's use of social media after Australia introduced its ban last December.
Oyster growers enduring 'death by a thousand cuts' after being closed again Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Oyster growing areas on the Yorke Peninsula are ordered to close due to the detection of a toxic phytoplankton for the second time this year.
Bail denied for woman accused of repeatedly trying to kill ex-partner Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The accused's lawyers applied for her release on bail last year on the basis that she had "dental and medical issues" that could not be managed in prison.
The consequences of India's push to get more women in parliament Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
India's government proposed a plan to get more women into parliament but it came with one major condition.
Live: Cowboys score five tries in first half to take big lead over Sharks Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The NRL is in Queensland for a pair of Friday night clashes, as the Cowboys host the Sharks, followed by the Broncos and Bulldogs meeting in a heavyweight clash. Follow live.
Man, 72, charged with decade-old murder of football great's brother Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Victoria Police charge a Colac man with murder as part of its investigation into the 2012 suspicious disappearance of St Kilda football champion Barry Breen's brother, Brendan Breen.
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Petrol stations fined for mismatched pricing, misleading consumers Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
NSW Fair Trading issues more than 200 fines to petrol stations found to have breached pricing rules. Meanwhile, motorists celebrate a drop in prices as the premier weighs future fuel security measures.
Councillor convicted of drink driving still able to attend Anzac Day parade Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Berri Barmera Councillor Ian Schlein will hand in his licence several days after a regional court convicted him of drink driving, to allow him to attend an Anzac Day parade.
Why the gas tax momentum is building to stop selling Australia short Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Gas giants are breathing a sigh of relief after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ruled out a 25 per cent tax on exports in next month's budget. But for how long will the federal government resist something that one leading expert says is in our "national interest"?
ICAC investigating senior SA police officer for alleged misconduct Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The state's anti-corruption agency says the officer, who cannot be named, is under investigation to determine whether they "committed a breach of discipline contrary to the SA Police Code of Conduct".Â
Woodside tells inquiry no projects 'would survive' with additional tax Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Oil and gas giant Woodside denies its business model is "weak" while arguing that paying a proposed flat tax on gas exports would kill the company's projects.
AFL emphatically slams claim slurs commonplace, players 'deeply concerned' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Both the AFL and the AFL Players' Association hit back at suggestions from the appeals board that slurs are commonplace among players in the sport.
Signal praises Apple over security fix in new iPhone update Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The encrypted messaging app says the update fixes an issue that allowed the FBI to message notification content.
Resigning mayor makes plea for 'kindness', 'respect' from councillors Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A greater Hobart mayor will resign after serving in a public role for three decades, saying 'keyboard warriors' and a 'toxic culture' from councillors prompted her decision.
News from the BBC World Service
Epstein housed victims in London flats after Met chose not to investigate him, BBC reveals Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The revelations intensify concerns about repeated police decisions not to investigate 2015 trafficking claims. Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels Russian discontent Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact. Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements. Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night. Staff at UK's largest Pride event allege bullying and misconduct under sacked CEO Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Christopher Joell-Deshields was fired from Pride in London following an investigation into his conduct. Southport dads: 'Running marathons for our girls has made us like brothers' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe run the London Marathon together in memory of Alice and Elsie. Trump says he speaks 'for the UK more than Prince Harry' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The US president's comments come ahead of a state visit from King Charles III and Queen Camilla. US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says. First ever talks to ditch fossil fuels as UN deadlock deepens Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Some 60 countries are meeting in Colombia as frustration grows with lack of progress in tackling climate change No rape took place outside Epsom church, say police Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 The force says the woman concerned had injured her head on a night out and made 'a confused report'. We paid our builder £44k - then he had us arrested Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Victims tell how Steve Figg left their homes – and relationships – on the verge of collapse. Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces. Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape. Weekly quiz: What did Madonna lose at Coachella? Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? The Papers: 'Stop sharing data with China' and 'Shoot and kill' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 A data breach at Biobank and Trump's new orders to US troops in the Middle East lead Friday's papers. Relatives of 10 scientists who died or vanished grapple with impact of wild speculation Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Conspiracies are running rampant online after the deaths or disappearances of at least 10 people tied to sensitive US research. Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do? Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices. Assisted dying bill to run out of time as Lords hold final debate Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords. Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians' spoken English Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 William Ruto says Kenyans speak "some of the best English in the world" while it is hard to understand Nigerians. US rights groups urge caution for World Cup visitors Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 More than 120 organisations issue a travel advisory for visitors to this summer's World Cup, warning of potential threats to their human rights.
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