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News from the ABC Australia

Nathan Cleary free to play after NRL finals sin-binning
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Nathan Cleary will not be suspended despite being sin-binned for making contact with the kicking leg of Hugo Savala in Penrith's qualifying final win over the Roosters. 

Former Queensland top cop Steve Gollschewski farewelled
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Queensland's former police commissioner, Steve Gollschewski, is being farewelled at the Brisbane City Hall today.

Breaking: Australian man and two children found dead in Bali in suspected murder-suicide
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Indonesian police are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after the bodies of an Australian man and his two children were found in a home in Bali.

Antonelli edges closer to historic title as teammate concedes the fight
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Kimi Antonelli is on the brink of becoming the youngest F1 champion in history, while his nearest rival says he is out of the fight. 

'It's for you, Mum': Cooney-Cross makes emotional Arsenal home return
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Matildas star Kyra Cooney-Cross returns to top-flight football for Arsenal for the first time since her mother's death from cancer, sharing an inspirational message from her late mum with fans. 

'Sydney Sweeney, do better': Aussie Olympians pillory sport betting ad
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A slew of elite athletes take aim at Sydney Sweeney for setting back women in sport over an advertisement for a sports betting company featuring the actress mostly nude.

Live: Prominent athlete takes witness box at Alan Jones trial
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A prominent athlete, known as Complainant M, is giving evidence in the Alan Jones criminal trial today.

Mary Gaudron, Australia's first female High Court judge, dies aged 83
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Pioneering Australian judge Mary Gaudron has been honoured for her contributions to Australia's legal landscape after her death at age 83.

One Nation unveils 'breathing space' plan for net-negative migration
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

One Nation unveils its plan to slash immigration by 750,000 places over three years, with major cuts targeting international students and the families of skilled migrants.

Team USA wins fifth straight Women's Basketball World Cup
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The US women's team claims a fifth straight basketball World Cup, taking down France to continue its remarkable run.

Campaign brings voices of South Hedland children to parliament
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A push to end child poverty has captured the voices of kids experiencing "profound disadvantage" in WA's Pilbara to play to politicians in Canberra, about 4,500 kilometres away. 

Crows to report 'disgusting' trolling of skipper to police
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The Adelaide Crows have condemned the "disgusting and disturbing" trolling of captain Jordan Dawson, saying the incident would be reported to SA Police.

Working holiday visa pause leaves farms short as harvest season looms
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A migration slowdown on skilled workers and backpackers has farmers concerned their workers' visas won't be approved in time for the upcoming harvest season.

Australia's 'incognito' nuclear reactor marks 20 years of innovation
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Australia's only nuclear reactor is celebrating 20 years of producing vital ingredients for lifesaving medicine, critical electronic products and groundbreaking research. 

Alexander Zverev wins US Open without realising it
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Alexander Zverev wins his second grand slam title of the year with a dominant victory over American Ben Shelton in the men's US Open final.

Australia's most expensive bull could attract $1m in semen sales
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It may be years before Australia's most expensive bull, Wyatt, finds himself in a paddock with the ladies.

Fugitive property developer Jean Nassif to front NSW ICAC from Lebanon
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Jean Nassif is expected to front the NSW corruption watchdog this afternoon, after cancelling an earlier scheduled appearance on medical grounds.

Premier in Whyalla ahead of blast furnace call that could hit hundreds of jobs
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

An announcement is expected as soon as today that will potentially impact hundreds of jobs at the Whyalla steelworks, the ABC understands.

Citizen scientist drone pilots to monitor coastal erosion
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

As the sea changes coastlines, experts want locals to take to the air to track erosion. 

Hull bounces back for surprise second, 'perfect race' not enough for Myers
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Jess Hull surprises with second in the 5,000m and Cam Myers finishes just behind Josh Kerr again, but both Australian stars are left happy with their efforts at the Ultimate Championship in Budapest. 



News from the BBC World Service

Russia hits Ukrainian train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials leave station
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The former UK PM said "I don't know what warped logic drove Putin to blow up a stationary Ukrainian locomotive on the Polish border this morning".

'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Burnham has said those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.

Trump downplays warnings of AI risks as he cites rivalry with China
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The US president said "negative forces" were airing concerns about "things that won't happen".

Zverev caps transformational year with US Open triumph
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Alexander Zverev lands his second Grand Slam title after ending Ben Shelton's hopes of becoming a rare home US Open men's champion.

Will record donations to Reform go down as a moment of political change?
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Andy Burnham is likely to face fresh pressure to further change the rules on party donations, writes Jack Fenwick.

Deep-fried food banned under new school dinner rules in England
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The government describes its new school food standards as "once-in-a-generation changes".

Refereeing body admits judgement error over Haaland derby winner
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The Premier League refereeing body Pro Ref admits an error of judgement in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby.

Gloomy forecast for tenants as rent rises set to speed up
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

The cost of renting is expected to rise by 4% or 5% a year by December, according to property website Zoopla.

Swedish party blocs tied after Sunday vote, projections say
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A partial count by Sweden's election authority projected that left-wing opposition bloc would win a one-seat majority.

Warm start to week to make way for wetter and windier conditions
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A stronger jet stream will bring a distinctly autumnal look to our weather this week, but is there a September heatwave on the horizon later this month?

Buckingham Palace works uncover trove of everyday items dating back to 1800s
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A collection of historic, forgotten items have been found during the restoration of the London royal residence.

The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.

I had 11 years of chemotherapy for a cancer I didn't have
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Becky Jones is among more than 40 people taking legal action against a hospital trust.

Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.

The Papers: 'Compulsory lentils' and 'Boris flees Vlad drone blitz'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

New school food rules for England and ex-PM Boris Johnson "flees Vlad drone blitz" are the top stories in Monday's papers.

How to protect your laptop, phone and bike from thieves at uni
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

What should new students consider to keep your belongings safe and covered by insurance?

Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.

Emmy Awards: How to watch, who is nominated and why Heated Rivalry is missing
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

Beef stars Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan are among the nominees at the ceremony in Los Angeles.

The Himalayas are melting faster - and India's economy is 'at risk'
Posted on Monday September 14, 2026

A new report warns Himalayan glaciers are melting faster, threatening India’s water, economy and communities.

First ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to meet in Cardiff
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Féin leaders will discuss ways they can work more closely.



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