News from the ABC Australia
Quick hits: Golden moment evades golden generation as wonder goal thwarts Matildas Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
The Matildas are stunned by a miracle strike and a final chance goes begging on a momentous, defeating night for Australian football. Here are the quick hits from the Asian Cup final.
From a 'mountain to climb' to over a cliff, SA Liberals face total wipeout Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Ashton Hurn said she had a "mountain to climb" when she took on the role of SA Liberal leader late last year. Now, the party's primary vote has fallen off a cliff, a result sure to see Liberals around the country asking why.
How are the results tracking in your SA electorate? Take a look at the map of your seat Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Explore the results across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia with these maps as votes continue to be counted.Â
Labor Party retains power in South Australia Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
The Labor Party has been re-elected in South Australia, while One Nation appears to have achieved its best electoral result anywhere in the country in nearly 30 years.
'Brave' Matildas fall agonsingly short after heroic defeat against Japan Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
The Matildas have fallen to a heartbreaking Women's Asian Cup final defeat, losing 1-0 to Japan despite relentless pressure in the final quarter of the match.
Woman hurt in tractor accident at Queensland music event Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
The accident happened near Ipswich at CMC Rocks, which bills itself as the premier country music festival in Australia.
Ash was hacked. She wants you to know 'you could be next' Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
In a matter of minutes, Ash Raso lost access to everything from her email address to her social media accounts and even banking. She is among a growing number of younger Australians falling victim to cybercrime.
Live: Labor secures victory in South Australia; Liberals concede Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
The Labor Party has been re-elected in 2026 South Australian election. Follow our live blog as we bring you updates.
Rhoda Roberts, the woman behind 'Welcome to Country', dies at 66 Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Rhoda Roberts AO, the arts executive who had an enduring impact on the cultural life of this country, has died. The Widjabul Wieybal woman was the creative force behind Australia's best-loved festivals and helped bring Welcomes to Country to the modern era.
Dragons reveal return date for Pasifiki Tonga following hospitalisation Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Young St George Illawarra prop Loko Pasifiki Tonga is expected to return to play just a few weeks after being hospitalised with a neck injury.
Five charged over Perth brawl that left man with serious head injuries Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Police charge five people over a large brawl in the inner-city Perth suburb of Northbridge that left a 24-year-old with serious head injuries after he was allegedly struck with a metal bollard.
Liberals pin hopes on ex senior cop to reclaim south-west Sydney seat Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Former NSW Police deputy commissioner Mick Willing vows to "fight for the people of Camden" if elected at next year's state election.
People turning to slow crafts to combat fast-paced world Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Carving wooden spoons isn't a hobby you hear much about, but it's one of many traditional crafts being revived as young people look for ways to slow down and get away from their screens.
Teen charged after 14 women allegedly assaulted while exercising in Perth Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Police charge a teenager after he allegedly assaulted 14 women while they were exercising in Perth's northern suburbs.
Tigers halves pair set for scans after limping off in loss to Rabbitohs Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Wests Tigers captain Jarome Luai is expected to be out of action for several weeks, while his halves partner is also in doubt after the duo limped off during their 20-16 loss to South Sydney.
Long waits, frustration as technical glitches delay voting in SA Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Voters complain to the ABC about long queues and trouble being signed off the electoral roll at polling places across the state.
These kids beat cancer, but treatments caused long-term health issues Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Maya and Angus both survived childhood cancer, but the treatments that saved their lives left them with chronic health issues. Experts say better care is needed for childhood cancer survivors.
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Dramatic footage shows moment flames engulf Melbourne ice-cream shop Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Two teenage boys have been charged after the store in Tarneit, in the city's west, was significantly damaged early this morning.
Dockers much too strong for Dees, Petracca hurt in Suns' win over Tigers Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
Fremantle overpowers Melbourne for its first win of the season, Christian Petracca does a hamstring in Gold Coast's beating of Richmond and St Kilda hangs on grimly to beat GWS.
Perth man charged over woman's death fails in bid to have name suppressed Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026
A man charged with manslaughter over the death of a woman known to him, in Perth's north, remains behind bars after facing court.
News from the BBC World Service
UK allows US to use bases to strike Strait of Hormuz targets Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Downing Street says ministers approved the expansion after accusing Iran of "reckless strikes". As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at home Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 British politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much. Sarah Ferguson is keeping a low profile, but pressure mounts for her to give evidence on Epstein Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 There are calls for the former duchess to give testimony in the US, although there is no legal requirement she does so. Remember Chuck Norris memes but never watched his films? You're not alone Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Chuck Norris became an inadvertent source of humour for a viral online celebration of his movie tough-guy persona. Northern Lights forecast to reappear across UK on Saturday Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Forecasters say there's another chance to see the aurora tonight with solar activity remaining high. Five questions that still need answering about the meningitis outbreak Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 The size and speed of the outbreak which has now affected 29 people, killing two of them, has been labelled "unprecedented". Iranian strikes on bases used by US caused $800m in damage, new analysis shows Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 Much of the damage was caused in initial retaliatory strikes by Iran in the week after the US and Israel launched its operation. Watch: Israeli strike next to British journalist is not AI-generated Posted on Friday March 20, 2026 The video of the strike, hitting just metres from RT's Steve Sweeney and his crew, was recorded on Thursday in southern Lebanon. US lifts sanctions on some Iranian oil as energy prices soar Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 The treasury secretary says the move will quickly bring about 140m barrels of oil to global markets. There are no meningitis restrictions in Canterbury - but something feels different Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Events are cancelled and businesses say the city feels quieter after the start of the outbreak which has killed two young people. Saturday Night Live UK is here - but can it make you laugh? Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 The first episode of the British version of the American sketch show hits screens this weekend, and might face a tough crowd. Paying back my student loan is more painful now I have a young family Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Graduates, parents and students spoke to BBC Your Voice about their experiences of student loans. Home working, long leases and rise of parking apps - what went wrong for NCP Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day's parking fail to turn a profit? 'I'm worried my child enjoys it': Russian parents struggle with war propaganda lessons Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 The messages are clear: the full-scale invasion is a defensive war and patriotism means unquestionable loyalty. Fans elated as BTS play first gig together in nearly four years Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook perform together for the first time since October 2022. Iranian man charged after allegedly trying to enter nuclear base Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Police Scotland arrested the 34-year-old man and a 31-year-old Romanian woman at the Faslane naval base on Thursday. BBC presenter Louise Minchin taken to hospital with frostbite during Arctic challenge Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 The 57-year-old had been attempting to cycle 300 miles in three days in Canada's Northwestern Territories. Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor Nicholas Brendon dies aged 54 Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Brendon died of "natural causes", his family said in a statement, remembering him as "passionate" and "sensitive". A drug transformed my life. Now it's derailed my Australian dream Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 Regan Sparks, who has cystic fibrosis, takes medication that means she is not eligible for a visa. Victorians got Battle of Hastings wrong, expert says Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026 A professor's findings claim King Harold's 200-mile march to the Battle of Hastings is a Victorian "invention".
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