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News from the ABC Australia Former Australian Open champ Stan Wawrinka ends illustrious career Stan Wawrinka's illustrious tennis career finally came to an end at his home tournament in Basel. Breaking: Inflation surges more than expected ahead of RBA meeting Australia's inflation rate picked up more than expected in September, increasing expectations of an interest rate hike next week. Residents declare war over proposed water park A water park proposal divides a Queensland community, with residents and councillors clashing over the potential loss of green space and the future of the region. Giant ball of 2.8 million eels gathers off Tasmania's coast to spawn CSIRO scientists have identified an underwater mountain off Tasmania where a threatened deep-sea eel species gathers annually. Access to the pill and UTI treatment is changing. Is it a win for women? As part of a 12-month trial, eligible women will be able to consult a pharmacist for UTI treatment or the pill with no out-of-pocket consultation fee. Star Casino fined $260m for money laundering violations Australia's financial intelligence agency, AUSTRAC, had sought a much steeper fine that could have forced the casino company into financial collapse. Fossil fuel ad ban could 'jeopardise' TDU village, SA government says A ban on oil, coal and gas company ads from public spaces in Adelaide CBD including bus stops, banners and billboards is approved by the city council, with the instigator of the motion saying local government has an obligation to tackle "fossil fuel sponsorship". Kiribati fishermen find man alone, dehydrated and lost at sea Luka Rahan set off on a fishing trip with his cousin, but experienced issues with the boat's motor and, with no anchor on board, started to drift. Roads closed and shops damaged after tobacco shop fire in Cobden The fire gutted a tobacco store that only opened two months ago in the south-west Victorian town. Three other shops were also damaged. WA towns back growing trend of smart glasses bans, citing privacy fears Local governments across country WA are banning smart glasses from public facilities, citing growing concerns over inappropriate use. Arsenal knocked out of League Cup by fourth-tier minnow in all-time upset Reigning English champion Arsenal has been knocked out of the EFL League Cup by fourth-tier side Fleetwood Town, in a massive boilover.  Federal government invests $180m in rare earths mine in western Victoria A controversial rare earths and mineral sands mine planned for western Victoria receives a government funding boost, but farmers and locals aren't happy. NBA's shortest-ever player to have jersey retired The NBA's shortest-ever player, Muggsy Bogues, will be honoured by the Charlotte Hornets as they retire his jersey. Private school headmaster sounds warning on ATAR decline The headmaster of one of Perth's most prestigious private schools warns Year 12s may not be challenging themselves, as more WA students opt out of ATAR exams. MusicSA chair on 'post-apocalypse' industry ahead of Good Music Month Algorithms may be squeezing Australian music out of streaming preferences but original bands are filling venues with an edginess fitting of our era and the new MusicSA chair believes the cream will rise to the top. Teen charged over Sydney house fire with 88yo woman inside The blaze in Abbotsford left four people in hospital and a home completely destroyed. WA set to become first state to legalise plug-in solar panels, batteries WA is set to be the first Australian state to unlock access to the technology, commonly known as "balcony solar", which is already used by millions of people in Europe and the UK. Maya Joint makes mockery of rankings with big win in Tokyo Maya Joint has made a mockery of the tennis rankings with an impressive display to uproot one of the top seeds at the Pan Pacific Open event in Tokyo. Redland mayor resigns over 'smear campaign' The bayside mayor says she faced "concerted, ongoing resistance and attacks" in the role, which she has had since 2024. Archaeology students work beside traditional owners at ancient site A group of archaeology students and First Nations people have carried out research at a significant Indigenous site near Mudgee, in an effort to improve the protection of Aboriginal heritage.  News from the BBC World Service Chris Mason: Budget needs to go some way towards delivering PM's promises Support on the cost of living, and in particular energy bills, as well as announcments on devolution will be central to John Healey's first Budget. Minimum wage set to rise but 18-20 year-olds will not get bigger increase Chancellor John Healey will reveal the new pay rates in the Budget, and has also announced measures to help households with the cost of living. King acknowledges 'suffering of the past' as Caribbean tour begins The King is on a nine-day tour that will take him to three countries, including the Bahamas, Guyana and Antigua and Barbuda. Thick fog to create dangerous driving conditions for UK commuters After storms across the UK, the weather is set to turn calmer with mist and fog at times over the coming week. Two in court over alleged Iran-linked plot at RAF Fairford Mohmed Abdulkarim and Nouman Essghir, both 24, appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. Landline switchover could cut people off in emergency, minister warned Plans to switch to digital landlines by January could leave remote areas of the UK vulnerable, MPs say. Ceasefire extended across Ukraine's Kherson region, officials say The truce was originally planned for the stranded residents of Oleshky, and Russia and Ukraine say no breaches have been reported. Alexander brothers each sentenced to 30 years in prison in sex trafficking case The trio - two of whom were high-profile US real estate moguls - were found guilty using their social status to lure women to parties and then raping them. Dutch zookeeper dies after being mauled by leopard The woman began her career at the park when she was 17 and had worked there on-and-off for four decades. A bust-up between mathematicians is fuelling fears that AI could undermine science AI has made some awesome scientific discoveries. But now, questions are being raised about its accuracy Trump says US voter fraud is 'rampant' - evidence suggests it is extremely rare As the US president casts doubt on the security of the midterm elections, BBC Verify examines his claims. China's families are now supporting more old people than kids The latest figures mark a major milestone as Beijing grapples with an ageing population. The Papers: 'Budget for a difficult moment' and Netanyahu's 'fate in balance' Most of the papers focus on the Budget, ahead of its delivery at lunchtime on Wednesday. Where does Fleetwood beating Arsenal rank in biggest cup upsets? BBC Sport looks at the history of the biggest FA Cup and League Cup upsets after Fleetwood Town's shock win against Arsenal. Healey to promise £15m to tackle misogyny in Budget The Conservatives doubt whether women and girls will feel safer as a result of the funding. Norway and Finland leaders hold rare call with Putin An end to the conflict in Ukraine "will not be achieved through silence," Finland's President Alexander Stubb said. Men abused woman after her husband drugged and advertised her online, court told Four men stand trial after the woman's ex-husband has pleaded guilty to drugging and raping her. UK and EU officials to discuss freedom of movement Officials are expected to begin discussions on a range of options for the future UK-EU relationship before a summit next month. Ex-Met officer from Couzens unit guilty of rape Mark Tyrrell is also convicted of sexual assault and trying to delete messages he sent the woman. Nanotyrannus skeleton sells for $47.3m in New York auction The sale of the rare skeleton reignites debate in the scientific community about whether dinosaur remains should end up in private hands or public view. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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