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News from the ABC Australia

'Take them seriously': CFMEU administrator on Setka threats
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

CFMEU administrator Michael Crosby has opened up on threats from John Setka, cast doubt on a statement made by former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan and questioned the value of royal commissions,

Toy library makes statement grieving loss of Helena Wright and children
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The toy library where Helena Wright volunteered has issued a statement mourning the deaths of the 36-year-old and her children.

Live: Cowboys and Roosters set for top eight battle
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The Roosters will look to stay in the minor premiership hunt as they face a Cowboys side locked in a top eight battle. Follow live.

Live: Pies and Cats clash at the MCG in finals-shaping blockbuster
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Collingwood and Geelong meet under the bright MCG lights for a game between juggernauts which will go a long way to shaping the finals picture. Follow live.

'Sadness' falls across coastal community after double murder-suicide
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Volunteers from a regional SA town answered the call when the alarm was raised to search for a missing mother and her children.

Nauru officially changes name to Naoero
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Nauru has officially changed its name to Naoero, the government has announced.

Live: Aussie team pursuiters into gold medal race
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The cycling gets underway in the velodrome and Jess Hull starts her campaign in the mile heats alongside Abbey Caldwell and Claudia Hollingsworth. Follow live.

Prominent Darwin doctor allegedly caught with up to 1m child abuse files
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A prominent doctor is fighting a decision to deny his release on bail after police allegedly found up to 1 million child abuse images and videos in a raid on his Darwin home last week.

Hopes for renewed Australian helium production after SA extraction
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Helium has been produced in Australia for the first time since 2023, on South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula.

Businesses back engineering works to protect Lismore from devastating floods
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After the devastating Lismore floods caused a billion dollars in damage, businesses want an engineering solution to protect their town.

Gina Rinehart lobbied Qld government to move Olympic events to Rockhampton
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A letter from Ms Rinehart to Jarrod Bleijie, obtained under right to information laws, asked the government to consider Rockhampton before the LNP's Games Delivery plan release in March 2025.

Judge declares 'extraordinary situation' in antisemitism netball case
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Witnesses will be granted anonymity when giving evidence against a woman alleged to have made antisemitic comments at a children's netball game in Sydney out of concern for their safety. 

Tomic continues resurgence, de Minaur sets up clash with Hewitt
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Born-again Bernard Tomic has continued his extraordinary renaissance with another stunning victory to surge into his first ATP quarterfinal in seven years.

'Didn't think the law applied to us': NSW Reformers in spotlight at ICAC
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Robert Assaf, co-founder of the NSW Reformers, has fronted a corruption inquiry for the fourth day of hearings.

Aussie wine exports plunge as drinkers cut back worldwide
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A new report reveals Australian wine exports have dropped to their lowest level in 22 years amid cost of living pressures and a global decline in alcohol consumption.

Last-minute race to deliver marathon medals after shipping delays
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

An eleventh-hour rescue mission from port officials has saved thousands of runners at a major Queensland marathon festival from disappointment.

Silent discos are drawing in crowds across Australia
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Silent disco participants could all be listening to different music in their soundproof headphones, but the joy of dancing unites them as one.

Pilbara traditional owners set to appeal Fortescue's $150m native title penalty
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Yindjibarndi native title holders have voted to continue their decades-long legal battle with mining billionaire Andrew Forrest.

SA nurses and midwives reject government pay rise offer
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

South Australia's public sector nurses and midwives have voted to reject the state government's latest pay rise offer, sending the matter to the SA Employment Tribunal.

Neptune's moon system is bizarre. JWST data helps explain why
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Neptune's strange moon and ring system has puzzled astronomers for decades, but data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) might help explain how it formed.



News from the BBC World Service

US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After a short period of relative calm when hostilities were paused, both sides have now restarted missile attacks.

How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences?

Thousands evacuated in Crete as European wildfires continue to rage
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.

Joe Root returns as England Test cricket captain with Stephen Fleming named head coach
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.

Israel building new land barriers in Gaza and displacing families
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Experts have told the BBC that the earthworks suggest Israel is planning for a long-term internal border.

Zendaya says working with husband Tom Holland 'easy when you're best friends'
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The couple walked the white carpet at the London premiere of their latest film, Spiderman: Brand New Day.

Three children among eight dead in Russian strikes on Ukraine, officials say
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

A six-year-old girl and two boys, aged 11 and 17, were among six killed in a village near the central city of Kryvyi Rih.

Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The unidentified object caused a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine during a Russian attack on the city of Lviv.

Virtual interviews don't show bosses your personality, says Burnham
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Interviews online may not allow young people to "shine" and communicate their "passion", the prime minister says.

Beauty Pie founder on how she dropped out of university and built five businesses
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Marcia Kilgore, who also founded Soap & Glory and Fitflop, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.

How serial killer James Desborough preyed on vulnerable homeless men
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Killer James Desborough cut up and burned his victims before dumping them in woodland near his home.

The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

Your guide to toxin-free festival make-up
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.

Saudi Arabia's dilemma as it tries to stay out of US-Iran war
Posted on Wednesday July 29, 2026

The kingdom faces a choice of whether to keep hitting back as a deterrent or to try to de-escalate the situation.

He watched the 1966 World Cup final at Wembley aged 16 - no day since has matched it
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Kenneth Farrington shares his memories of the 1966 World Cup Final, 60 years on.

Your burger costs more this summer, but farmers say they're not cashing in
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The prices of beef, bread buns and bagged salad have risen sharply over the past year, figures show.

Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

This year's best album shortlist includes several returning nominees - but Lily Allen misses out.

Cooler conditions on the way for parts of UK - but still no rain for drought-hit areas
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

After another day of record-breaking temperatures for some parts of England, a cold front is moving in.

Singapore fines French teen $465 for viral straw-licking stunt
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

The 19-year-old was "truly sorry" for causing trouble, his lawyers said.

Mountaineer who began fossil hunting after near-death experience discovers rare 'sea dragon'
Posted on Thursday July 30, 2026

Matthew Myerscough swapped mountains for fossil-laden beaches after becoming trapped in snow on Yr Wyddfa.



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