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News from the ABC Australia

Cruz control: Hewitt takes top-100 scalp in ATP first
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Cruz Hewitt wins for the first time at ATP Tour level, his Washington upset of former world number 37 Marcus Giron set to rocket him up the tennis rankings.

Breaking: Local transmission of H5 bird flu 'very, very likely', SA government says
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

A further 11 suspected cases of H5 bird flu have been detected in South Australia’s south-east and Kangaroo Island.

Tradies swap swags for dongas on wheels to retain workers out bush
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

From air-conditioned bedrooms to kitchen suites, a mobile road train camp is solving housing on the road while retaining more skilled workers out west.

Teen gets life without parole for killing four in US school shooting
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

A judge in the US has sentenced a teenager who killed two students and two teachers in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia to serve life in prison without the possibility of parole.

FIFA boss Infantino unveils $20b plan to sell World Cup to Kushner consortium
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

FIFA president Gianni Infantino earns more criticism after unveiling a brazen plan to "unleash the commercial potential" of the World Cup.

Quick hits: Record beaten five times in 10 minutes, pool haka thrills
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

New Zealand swimmers pay tribute to a victorious teammate, a lawn bowler fits in some work shifts and a weightlifting record falls a staggering five times. Here are the quick hits from day five of the Commonwealth Games.

Queensland nightlife tsar recommends liquor law overhaul
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The government says changes to Christmas and Easter trading are off the table, as Queensland prepared to reinvigorate its nightlife ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

Darwin public servant charged with multi-million-dollar fraud of NDIS
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

A 39-year-old Darwin woman is charged with using her position with the Department of Children and Families to defraud the NDIS of millions of dollars.

Queensland plan to send youth offenders to boot camps scrutinised
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Advocates have urged the Crisafulli government to reconsider controversial legislation that would send youth offenders to boot camps, warning that any physical and psychological abuse may never come to light due to a "reasonable excuse" provision.

'Biggest cheat in cricket history': Clicking scandal causes outrage
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Claims a slips fielder cheated by clicking his fingers as the ball passed the bat in an amateur cricket match leads to an investigation.

PM's data centre plan may hit roadblock as energy debate heats up
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

As two energy ministers oppose the prime minister's plan for national AI rules for data centres, the question over how to power the facilities intensifies. 

Whale sharks are serial snackers, dorsal fin cameras reveal
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Footage taken from the perspective of whale sharks on Ningaloo Reef uncovers previously unknown feeding behaviours of the world's biggest fish.

Billion-dollar industry 'watching, not panicking' over bird flu spread
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Queensland's poultry industry is on high alert after the state's first H5 bird flu detection, but consumers are being told there is no need to panic.

All the snubs and surprises from this year's Miles Franklin shortlist
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

ABC experts unpack the shortlist of Australia's biggest book prize: who made it, who missed out and who they think will win.

Fan fault shuts Sydney's M5 in morning rush, causing 10km of traffic chaos
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Traffic on the M5 motorway has been backed up for more than 10 kilometres, due to the closure of city-bound lanes on the M5 .

Grenades, guns and drugs worth millions seized from Sydney 'gang safehouse'
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Six grenades, eight firearms and drugs potentially worth millions have been seized by NSW Police during a raid on an alleged safe house in Sydney's south-west.

'The Aussies are on fire' on a night where that should've been impossible
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Australian athletics lives up to the immense hype on a night of glorious culmination for Lachie Kennedy, Torrie Lewis and their team.

Live: ASX tipped to rise ahead of key inflation numbers
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The big focus locally is the consumer price index and what it will mean for interest rates. Globally, chipmaker stocks have been dumped, but the Dow rose on Wall Street. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 

Fresh DNA evidence in 'Echo Point Man' cold case
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Police hope fresh DNA evidence will help them crack a more than two-decades-old cold case in the NSW Blue Mountains.

'My time': Young gun Southam dethrones Chalmers in 100m final
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Freestyle king Kyle Chalmers misses out on becoming Australia's most successful male Commonwealth Games swimmer in overall medals, beaten by Flynn Southam in the 100m final.



News from the BBC World Service

Polanski says guillotine re-post was mistake but refuses to apologise
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The Green leader re-posted a photo of a man wearing a guillotine t-shirt and the name Nigel.

Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

Some parents on benefits lose income if their children take on apprenticeships.

The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worse
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.

Iran and US trade strikes, shattering brief lull in fighting
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

US Central Command says it intercepted "multiple" ballistic missiles fired by Iran.

Uefa and PM criticise Infantino World Cup plan
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

Uefa and Prime Minister Andy Burnham criticise proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.

Amber heat health alerts to come into force as heatwave reaches 35C peak
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Wednesday is set to be the hottest day of the week for many as a widespread fourth heatwave grips the UK.

Brits urged to avoid dangerous plug adaptors this summer - what to watch out for
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those "heading abroad this summer to think before they buy".

Grieving mum was told baby's ashes were animal remains
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

Lucy Ness says "I hope my baby's remains are with someone who loves them like I loved these".

Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

Firefighters are braced for a sharp rise in temperatures on Wednesday, which could complicate the containment of wildfires in Gironde.

Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.

Bystander video shows teen lifeguard's dramatic ocean rescue
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

The 16-year-old lifeguard rescued a 10-year-old who had been swept offshore at a California beach.

'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Around one in three young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce.

How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeria
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

West Africa is becoming increasingly attractive to those who want to make and export illicit drugs.

Why Wimbledon is serving Indian ice cream and Bollywood beats
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

Departing from tradition, Wimbledon shed its restraint to target new audiences in cricket-crazy India.

Can Burnham's vision for Manchester's schools really work for the rest of England?
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

The prime minister's plans for technical education have their roots in the Manchester Baccalaureate.

Is it safe to travel to Spain and France right now?
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.

The cocaine superhighway from Ecuador to Europe - the BBC reports on gangs and the police fightback
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

The BBC goes on patrol with Ecuador's police, who are grappling with a huge surge in drug crime.

Why is Ukraine rolling out the red carpet for a US far-right influencer?
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

Laura Loomer, Trump ally, MAGA influencer, and former Ukraine critic was granted extensive access to the country.

Local match goes viral over cheating claim
Posted on Tuesday July 28, 2026

A viral video appears to show a fielder in a local match clicking his fingers as the ball passes the bat, before the batter is given out caught behind.

Zelensky and Netanyahu meet Trump as wars in Ukraine and Iran drag on
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The two leaders were in Washington to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch supporter of Israel and advocate for US aid to Ukraine.



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