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News from the ABC Australia

Underworld figure had 'never' sat outside at cafe until day he was shot, court told
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Victoria's Supreme Court is told underworld figure Gavin Preston was cautious about his surroundings and "never" sat outside a cafe he regularly attended — other than the day he was shot dead. 

Pandemic, 'ice epidemic' worsened Qld child safety pressures, ex-minister says
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

An inquiry into Queensland's child safety system hears the former minister was made aware of the sector's resource issues, as well as the "significant increase" in children entering residential care.

Australian dollar surges to four-year high as traders look beyond Iran war
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Analysts say the mood on global financial markets has improved considerably over the past few days.

Controversial laws to restrict protests in NSW struck down by top court
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

The laws, rushed through parliament after the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, have been found to be unconstitutional by the state's highest court.

Smoky Sydney as 5,000 hectares burned in hazard reduction blitz
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Smoky conditions across Greater Sydney are tipped to ease tomorrow as the wind picks up, after firefighters had a productive week burning hazards around Sydney's fringes. 

Russian missiles hit Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, 12 dead
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Russian forces have attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities, killing 12 people, as the defence leaders of more than 50 countries say they are aiming to send more aid to Ukraine.

2032 Olympic rowing 'will be in Rockhampton': Mander
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

The Queensland sports minister has once again emphasised that the Brisbane 2032 Games will be an Olympics for the whole state, saying there are no alternatives planned for the contentious proposed rowing venue in Rockhampton.

Is LIV Golf dead? Not yet, but the vultures are circling
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Rumours of LIV Golf's immediate demise look wide of the mark, but the smoke is only growing thicker as denials from the league's CEO help paint a bleak picture. 

Man, 53, charged over seizure of more than 350 cannabis plants
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

A 53-year-old Kalgoorlie man is released on bail after the seizure of more than 350 cannabis plants from a property WA Police allege had been converted for the purpose of growing hydroponic cannabis.

Farmers 'running on empty' welcome arrival of diesel
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

A massive crude oil tanker laden with diesel has docked in the Port of Newcastle to replenish regional New South Wales supplies, as the Middle East unrest continues.

Prince Harry to headline mental health summit on day three of Australian visit
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are back together in Melbourne after spending the second day of their Australian tour apart.

CFMEU leaders had 'the ear' of former state government, inquiry hears
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Former deputy director-general Peter McKay told the inquiry there "were issues around the involvement of the CFMEU" at the Office of Industrial Relations.

Former Launceston mayor resigns from council after scandal-plagued term
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

The former mayor and councillor of Tasmanian's second-largest city resigns effective immediately, years after an ABC investigation uncovered historical allegations about his conduct towards young men in the theatre scene.

SA government has 'assurances' from LIV Golf as course upgrade under fresh scrutiny
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

The South Australian government has reaffirmed its commitment to a $45 million upgrade of the North Adelaide public golf course to host LIV Golf in 2028, and has "assurances" about the tour's future.

Why oil refineries are designed not to catch fire
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

A former refinery safety manager says preventing fires is hardwired into refining plants.

Man found not criminally responsible for fatal hospital attack on 80yo woman
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

A man charged with choking and bashing an elderly woman at a Sydney hospital who later died has been found not criminally responsible due to a psychotic episode and likely schizophrenia.

Queensland massage therapist faces 18 sexual assault charges
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

A Queensland massage therapist arrested in February over the alleged sexual assault of four clients is facing 11 fresh charges after another four female clients came forward.

'Mini Strait of Hormuz closure': Victoria could feel petrol price impact of Geelong fire
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

As Australians woke to the news of a major fire at the Geelong refinery — one of the nation's two remaining oil refineries — questions quickly turned to what this could mean for petrol prices.

AFL 'firestorm' taking heavy toll on players, Saints coach says
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says the damage from a "firestorm" around the AFL Tribunal is weighing heavily as his club signals it may appeal against Lance Collard's suspension.

NRL has 'lost the fabric of the game' with six-again rule
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart says the NRL has lost the fabric of its game, leading to anger over the league's controversial six-again rule change.



News from the BBC World Service

Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited.

Watch: Reporter told to fake domestic abuse claim to remain in the UK
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Some migrants are being encouraged to fabricate abuse allegations in order to stay in the UK.

Lyse Doucet in Iran: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be done
Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026

The BBC's chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify.

Move over wind farms: Why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals?

Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children's safety
Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026

Top executives from firms such as Meta and YouTube will be asked what they are doing to protect children.

Harry and Meghan join Aboriginal walking tour in Melbourne
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

During their visit down under, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have chosen to learn more about First Nations Australians' history.

Wave of Russian drone and missile attacks kill 15 in Ukraine
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone attack killed two children in Russia, officials say.

Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.

Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.

More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses.

Horse urine perfume: How online bargains may be dangerous
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.

US war on Iran was a 'mistake', says Reeves
Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026

The chancellor's criticism follows a report that the conflict will hit the UK harder than other big economies.

Israeli triple-tap strike kills three paramedics in Lebanon, officials say
Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026

Lebanon's government condemns as a "flagrant crime" the killing of the paramedics, one of whom featured in a BBC report.

Frank Gardner: What is China's role in the Iran war?
Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026

BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict.

Tracking the ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Wednesday April 15, 2026

Since the start of the US blockade on Monday, 15 vessels have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, nine of which have links to Iran, BBC Verify analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.

The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.

Back to books - Sweden's schools give up digital learning
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.

Chris Mason: The challenge of closing asylum loopholes while protecting genuine cases
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

There has been a stickiness to the electorate's concerns about issues of immigration and asylum, Chris Mason writes.

Howl recordings and an AI image: Inside South Korea's long hunt for an escaped wolf
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Hundreds have been deployed to find Neukgu, a young wolf that has eluded capture for a week and counting.

The Papers: 'Summer of shortages' and 'War windfall'
Posted on Thursday April 16, 2026

Fears the Iran war could lead to UK supermarket shortages this summer and news of big oil windfalls lead Thursday's papers.



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