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News from the ABC Australia

Homeowners facing thousands in costs to upgrade from gas to electric
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

Architect Michael Roberts spent thousands on gas appliances for his dream home in Albany, only for authorities to reveal the city's gas network would be shutting down.

The F1 records Antonelli broke to become world champion
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

On his way to becoming the youngest-ever world champion, Kimi Antonelli sets numerous benchmarks that are likely to stand for some time.

Coalition pledges hundreds of new fire trucks ahead of Victorian state election
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

More than 300 new fire trucks would be added to Victoria's aging Country Fire Authority fleet over the next five years under an election promise from the state opposition.

Five people rescued off Kiribati after three months at sea
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

The group set off on a one-hour journey in the Federated States of Micronesia on July 30 then were caught in a storm.

Indigenous women connect to culture through traditional crafts
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

Vivianne-Lee Watson is determined that ancient skills are passed on to every generation and do not get lost.

Serial rapist to be released despite 'high risk' to WA community
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

Adrian Pindan raped three women and a five-year-old girl over 18 years of offending in northern WA, but is now set for release in December. 

'Lasting legacy': Olympian remembered as inspiration after death at 34
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Tributes flow from the athletics world after two-time Irish Olympic runner Ciara Mageean dies at 34 after a battle with cancer.

Matt Canavan enters Capricornia race to set up One Nation showdown
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

The Nationals leader has officially thrown his hat in the ring for the lower house seat of Capricornia, setting up a potential contest with One Nation's party director James Ashby.

Australia's first Indigenous-owned water testing lab opens in regional Qld
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Australia's first Indigenous-owned water testing lab opens, empowering more traditional owners to manage their country. 

Matildas star continues remarkable WSL goalscoring run in huge win
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Ellie Carpenter continues to hit the score sheet as Chelsea records a huge win in the WSL, while Kyra Cooney-Cross's Arsenal is frustrated after a home draw.

Nine die as business jet crashes on Florida roadside
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Video captures the moment a small private jet crashes into a southern Florida neighbourhood, killing all nine people on board.

Western Australia experienced a roller-coaster of weather in October
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Changeable spring conditions kept the whole state guessing what would be next, with your pictures capturing it all — from storms and hail to sunny beach weather and beautiful sunsets.

Melbourne Cup weekend crashes on Victorian roads leave eight people dead
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

According to the Transport Accident Commission, 220 lives have been lost on Victorian roads so far this year. 

Phar Lap's little-known pre-cup trip to the country
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

In the weeks before his historic Melbourne Cup win, Phar Lap was walked around the streets of Albury in relative anonymity. 

Crocodile climbs onto NT fisherman's boat
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Crocodiles tend to be more territorial and active in Top End waters this time of year, with experts warning breeding season comes with greater risks — especially for fishers. 

Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Israeli strikes killed at least eight Palestinians, including five police officers, in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks, according to medics and the Hamas-run interior ministry.

Insurance unaffordable for flooded homes almost two years on from disaster
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Home owners are struggling to obtain or afford insurance as they recover from north Queensland floods almost two years on. 

'50 cameras': Arsenal's drought-breaking win marred by VAR drama
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Arsenal wins its first match at Anfield since 2012, but receives a lucky break as the VAR misses a clear penalty shout for Liverpool. 

US midterms daily briefing: Antics in Alaska and Trump rallies for senators
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Donald Trump is back on the campaign trial after stopping in at Mar-a-Lago to throw a Halloween party. Meanwhile, judges in Alaska and California are throwing out lawsuits from his administration aimed at blocking election results. 

Sports journalist with gambling addiction shown sympathy by ex-boss
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Christopher Graetz, 43, was a country sports journalist when he stole $117,000 from his boss at the newspaper.



News from the BBC World Service

Ukraine air raid app apparently hacked as users receive false radiation threat, Air Force says
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Authorities say there is no threat and have advised the public to stay calm and follow official channels for information.

Five teenagers stabbed at Halloween party
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Hampshire Police believes an unknown group gained entry to the party at an address in Chandler's Ford.

Thousands of jobs at Virgin Media O2 to be cut
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

The broadband provider has not finalised the number of roles to be axed but it will likely be a sizeable chunk of its workforce, the BBC understands.

'Like a missile coming down' - Nine killed in fiery Florida jet crash
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy described the crash, which happened near President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, as a "horrific tragedy".

Democrat endorses Republican candidate in key Michigan Senate race as party spat erupts
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

The move by Haley Stevens, who lost out on the Democratic Senate nomination to Abdul El-Sayed, was called a "despicable betrayal" by one top Democrat.

King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

King Charles III will deliver a speech to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Tuesday as he concludes his nine-day Caribbean tour.

Antonelli becomes world champion as Verstappen wins in Mexico
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

Kimi Antonelli becomes the youngest world champion in Formula 1 history as Max Verstappen wins the Mexico City Grand Prix.

A&E warning system to flag sick children deteriorating quickly
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

The initiative, in England, will help busy staff identify children who are deteriorating quickly as they wait for emergency care.

Tributes to 'inspirational' Olympian Ciara Mageean after death at 34
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

The former European 1500m champion had bowel cancer and died just three weeks after marrying her partner.

Nowak family tell of 'unbelievable pain' of seeing footage of dying son handcuffed
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

His family describe the night police told them of his death, and watching him being handcuffed.

After a 28-year trek around the world, homebound Karl Bushby crosses the Humber Bridge
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

The British adventurer is due to complete his 31,000-mile challenge in Hull on Monday.

Binance users withdraw $3.6bn after record crypto hack
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

The exchange froze transactions in the wake of the incident, which impacted $6.3bn worth of digital assets.

Don't get caught out by new Buy Now Pay Later rules
Posted on Monday November 02, 2026

New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it.

Who are the real winners of Celebrity Traitors?
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Certain stars have been tipped by industry experts as getting the biggest career boost after the show.

Lindsay Clancy is back in court - where will her case go next?
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

The Massachusetts mother, accused of murdering her three children, is expected back in court as she awaits a decision on whether her case will be retried.

No more washing up: Airbnb's new house rules divide hosts and guests
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Airbnb hosts must stop asking guests to wash-up or take out bins under rules coming into force in November.

I've been stuck on a tiny Pacific island for years because of visa rules
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Ruchira Ranasingha, 50, has been stranded in the Cook Islands since 2023 and wants to return to Sri Lanka.

University of Cambridge scientist among those who died in Spanish train crash
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

Marta Shahbazi was an "inspiring, talented and passionate scientist", says the laboratory where she worked.

Russian strikes cut power to thousands in Ukraine as Kherson ceasefire ends
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

A rare humanitarian ceasefire allowed civilians to evacuate the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky.

Healey risks breaking minimum wage promise for younger workers
Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026

The Chancellor has suggested that younger workers might not receive the same minimum wage as others before the next election.



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