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Fishers say WA ban will bring an end to 'decent fish and chips' Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
New fishing rules come into effect in Western Australia next month, significantly reducing the amount of local fish available in the state.Â
Pentagon review finds areas to put AUKUS on 'strongest possible footing' Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The review has "identified opportunities to put AUKUS on the strongest possible footing", the Pentagon says. But a congressman who has seen the report says it "fully endorses" the pact.
Compressed air energy storage is coming, but how does it work? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Broken Hill will be the location of Australia's first large-scale compressed air energy storage system. What is it and how does it work?
Australian-backed bid gathers pace to restart Tahmoor mine Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A local consortium is rushing to put forward a bid for the mothballed Tahmoor coal mine, saying it wants the site reopened quickly to protect hundreds of jobs.
Live: ChatGPT's owner OpenAI launching in Australia Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The company that brought AI into household vernacular is launching in Australia today. It comes as other companies like Meta are struggling to make traction in this space. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Scientists say golf course wetlands are the future for breeding threatened native fish Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Golf courses around the world feature picturesque water ponds as a challenging hazard for players to avoid, but scientists are diving right in. They say golf club wetlands are an ecological safe haven to repopulate threatened native fish.
Live: Social media platforms must 'get their act together' ahead of ban, minister says Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Mark Butler says social media platforms have five days to "get their act together" amid reports some children are already evading the upcoming social media ban. Follow live.
'Marnus tried to tackle him': Carey shakes off Labuschagne's hard tag for classic catch Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Alex Carey's phenomenal catch late on day one at the Gabba would have been special all on its own, but it was made even more impressive after he had to "out-body" his own teammate.
Manhunt underway in Adelaide for man in cuffs and hospital gown Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Police are looking for a man who escaped custody in a medical gown and handcuffs in Adelaide's western suburbs, and are warning the public not to approach him.
From 99 to 15 cases: How outback region reduced preventable disease Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A lack of access to clean clothes and sheets led to high rates of heart disease in this outback Queensland town. But an Indigenous-led washing initiative is changing health outcomes in the region.
How to see the last supermoon of the year from your city Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The final supermoon of the year is set to delight stargazers tonight. Here's how to spot it.
Curling's most unlikely fairytale on the cusp of Olympic spot Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The idea of the Philippines curling team reaching the Winter Olympics has a hint of Cool Runnings about it, while one team member, Alan Frei, has more than a suggestion of Eddie the Eagle. But at the heart of this story is a genuine sporting fairytale that is one step away from becoming an Olympic legend.
Analysis of 16,000 people shows how working from home impacts mental health Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Working from home can positively impact the mental health of Australian men and women in different ways, according to a new study of more than 16,000 people.Â
Living with ADHD can feel like fighting your own brain. Here's how I manage it Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
International Day of People with Disability scholar Mark du Potiers shares how attention deficit hyperactivity disorder impacts him day-to-day and what he does to make life more manageable.
Thousands more Queensland properties subject to land tax as net widens Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
Thousands more properties have fallen under Queensland's land tax regime, as the state is projected to raise hundreds of millions in extra revenue each year from the charge.
Hundreds of unexploded bombs are found every year. Here's what to do if you see one Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The Australian Defence Force's bomb disposal squad responds to about 500 unexploded ordnance incidents a year, with many of the devices washing up on beaches.
Broad heatwave spreads across the country, hottest summer on the cards Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The burst of heat is short and sharp in southern states, sending temperatures more than 10 degrees Celsius above average and raising fire dangers to extreme, with the heat to linger into next week in the northern outback.
What is shotcrete, the material that caused Sydney's M4 tunnel closure? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The issue with the commonly used substance caused delays where some motorists were gridlocked for more than four hours on Thursday morning.
Saved by Starc, Australia's selection gamble exposes its underbelly Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
A day of tough, fluctuating Test cricket kickstarts the Ashes series at last as Mitchell Starc and Joe Root carry their sides despite concerns about what lies beneath.
Pentagon watchdog releases report on Hegseth's use of Signal app Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025
The 84-page report finds US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policy and could have put American troops at risk when he used the Signal app to discuss military strikes in Yemen.
News from the BBC World Service
Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine's troops will withdraw Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The Russian leader's comments come as US and Ukrainian negotiators are due to hold a new round of talks. Flu cases at record high for time of year as NHS warns of 'unprecedented' outbreak Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 An average of 1,700 patients were in hospital in England with flu last week - more than 50% higher than the same period last year, figures show. Have British spies learned lessons from the Skripal poisonings? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Rusia's ability to target a defector with nerve agent is almost certainly diminished but it may pose other threats, the BBC's security correspondent writes. 'All Israeli people are with us', say parents of last dead hostage in Gaza Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, is the last not yet returned by Hamas from Gaza. German president compares UK ties post-Brexit to Oasis Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Frank-Walter Steinmeier says both sides had decided to not look back in anger while referencing band's reunion. Volcanic eruption may have triggered Europe's deadly Black Death plague Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 A volcanic eruption may have set off a chain reaction that led to Europe's deadliest pandemic. Two hundred homes evacuated in Derby as two men arrested on suspicion of explosives offences Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 A controlled explosion took place after two men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences. Hegseth did not give order to 'kill them all' in Venezuela boat strike, lawmakers say Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Admiral Frank Bradley, who gave the order for a second strike on a drug boat, was on Capitol Hill briefing lawmakers about the September incident. Was Harry referencing Trump in joke for Late Show sketch? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Prince Harry appeared in a sketch with Stephen Colbert, auditioning for a "Christmas prince" film role. Four arrested in Sussex in right-wing terror investigation Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Police search properties after making arrests in Eastbourne and Brighton. Police officer sacked for groping colleagues at party Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 A misconduct panel says PC Pamela Pritchard breached the force's standards of behaviour. MND took our son at 14 - anyone at any age can get it Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Kyle Sieniawski, from Pontypridd, died last month, after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease in January. 'Not becoming of a president': Somali-Americans respond to Trump's 'garbage' remarks Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Somali-Americans tell of their heightened fear after the US president intensified his criticism of the community. Cough medicines or lemon and honey – which is better for you? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 What's the best way to deal with a cough and is lemon and honey as effective as medicine? Henry Zeffman: PM says he wants a closer relationship with the EU – how far does he want to go? Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 This week, the PM was trying to set the scene for what is to come on the UK-EU relationship, sources say. 'Like first aid for manuscripts': Recovery work begins at Gaza's war-damaged heritage sites Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Palestinians are clearing rubble from archaeological sites, but restoration is hampered by Israeli restrictions on building materials. What legal experts say about second US strike on Venezuela boat Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Several legal experts have told BBC Verify that there was no legal basis for the second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat by the US military. 'Taking away my purpose' - Influencers on Australia's social media ban Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Australia is banning social media for everyone under 16 from December 10. The BBC spoke to two teenage content creators about how this might change their lives. Terror charges for man accused of driving Manchester synagogue attacker to UK defence site Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 Greater Manchester Police confirms the 31-year-old was an associate of Jihad Al-Shamie. Farage accuses BBC of double standards after racism allegations Posted on Thursday December 04, 2025 The Reform UK leader turns fire on the BBC as he faces further questions about allegations of teenage racism.
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