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News from the ABC Australia

Plans for commercial helium production on Yorke Peninsula
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

The region is expected to become Australia's only helium production site within 18 months, helping address a global shortage of the rare and vital gas.

Man to face trial over alleged attack on woman after beach dog dispute
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Thomas Keys allegedly violently assaulted a 60-year-old woman on the Sunshine Coast after she told him his dog was not permitted on the beach. 

Antiques dealer fined for possessing hundreds of frozen, stuffed animals
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A Victorian man is fined following the discovery of hundreds of frozen and taxidermied animals at his property in Victoria.

Father of two identified as cyclist killed in hit-and-run as police hunt driver
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Joseph Paratore's friends describe him as a "larger-than-life character" who was adored by the cycling community, as police confirm they are still looking for the driver.

Australia at 'crossroads' as police warn of 'tsunami' of radicalisation
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Law enforcement agencies have told a parliamentary inquiry about an increasingly dangerous security environment where children and young adults are being targeted with increasing speed and intensity online. 

Live: Diamonds look to bounce back from Constellation Cup loss to NZ
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Australia is hoping to rebound from a six-goal loss to the Silver Ferns in the second game of their Constellation Cup series. Follow live.

Fishers make unlikely catch after kangaroo spotted 3km from shore
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A routine fishing expedition turns into an unlikely rescue off the coast of Port Lincoln.

Qld's breach bail laws set to pass parliament next week
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

In an address at the Queensland Press Club, David Crisafulli spruiked his government's measures aimed at cracking down on youth crime as the LNP approaches two years in office.

Childcare chain collapses amid wave of closures
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Shared Beginnings entered administration this week after its centres operated "at a loss", casting another shadow on a sector undergoing a wave of closures.

Sudanese drone strike on market kills more than 150
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Sudan's civil war has spilled over into disputed territory, causing mass casualties along its border with South Sudan.

Christmas 'culture war' goes against premier's 'nice guy' image
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A post on social media by Tasmania's premier decrying an apparent attempt to "remove references to Christmas" has spiralled into a culture war and left Jeremy Rockliff's 'nice guy' image in question.

Fortescue senior executive sacked after sexual harassment probe
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A senior executive at Andrew Forrest's Fortescue Metals Group has been sacked following an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment and bullying at the iron ore miner.

McDonald's bid for Phillip Island restaurant knocked back by council
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A council in Victoria's south-east has rejected an application from fast food giant McDonald's to open a restaurant on Phillip Island.

Cairns rape trial judge retires to consider verdict
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A judge has retired to consider whether a teenager who held a man at knifepoint during a home invasion in Cairns is guilty of raping the man's partner.

Child safety failed to recognise coercive control in Struhs case, inquest hears
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Jason Struhs, Elizabeth's mother Kerrie Struhs, and eleven others were found guilty of manslaughter after withholding her insulin for type 1 diabetes in 2022.

Plea offer rethink for man accused of harassing federal MP
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Prosecutors are reconsidering a plea offer put to a man accused of sending multiple "menacing" emails to a South Australian MP due to recent events, a court hears.

Prisoner allegedly shackled, separated from newborn after C-section
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Authorities in Queensland say restraints are only ever used as a last resort on pregnant prisoners, while advocates call for bans on shackles.

AI data centre company cold calling about buying land, inquiry told
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Consultants for an AI data centre company have been cold calling residents in north-west Tasmania wanting to buy their land, the Greens say.

Review into why pregnant woman moved hospitals three times while in pain
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

A senior health official has apologised to a pregnant Adelaide woman who was moved between three hospitals while experiencing "stabbing pain" before she required emergency delivery of her baby and an operation to repair a twisted bowel.

ABC unveils 2027 line-up with some fresh (and familiar) faces
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

From the return of You Can't Ask That and Fisk, to Hugo Weaving's new drama, here's what you need to know about the mix of fresh and familiar shows coming to the ABC in 2027.  



News from the BBC World Service

Lawyer caught by BBC offering to make illegal-worker fine go away
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Because of our investigation, the home secretary has ordered a review of how fines are issued and collected.

Watch: 'We don't pay' - lawyer advises how to avoid £45,000 illegal-worker fine
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Mohammad Alias Yousaf made his claim to an undercover reporter posing as a mini-mart owner.

US envoy arrives in Russia ahead of meeting with Putin as Zelensky says intelligence sharing 'works now'
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Steve Witkoff is in St Petersburg to discuss proposals on ending Russia's years-long conflict with Ukraine.

King praises Oman's Strait of Hormuz peace efforts at glittering banquet
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

The Sultan of Oman, leader of a Middle Eastern strategic partner, is welcomed to Windsor for a state visit.

Katya Adler: France divided over who to blame for riots and what to learn from them
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.

Elon Musk says merging Tesla and SpaceX is a good idea. Why?
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Musk, who is CEO of both companies, says there is "a lot to be gained" from the merger, which would be the biggest in history.

Giant tunnel proposed to clean up Windermere's sewage problem
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

The plan would eliminate sewage spills into Windermere, blamed for turning the water green.

Schools should recognise antisemitism as distinct form of harm, review says
Posted on Tuesday October 20, 2026

The government is expected to accept all 27 recommendations made in the review by ex-Ofsted boss, Sir David Bell.

Tighter rules planned to protect people from cosmetic surgery that goes badly wrong
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

There will be restrictions on who can carry out procedures and fines for those who flout the law, in England in 2027.

60 years on: The Aberfan disaster through the eyes of those who survived
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

It is 60 years since one of Wales' darkest days, when a mining community changed forever.

Lyse Doucet: Alberta's decisive decision to stay in Canada gives Carney backing to take on Trump
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

The overwhelming vote by Alberta to stay in Canada gives Mark Carney political capital to focus on remaking the country's economy, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.

I left state secrets on the train - I'm proof you can recover from the biggest mistake of your life
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Top civil servant Richard Jackson recounts that fateful day and how he recovered in the aftermath.

Sex, lies and police spies: The disputed story of the 'creepy' undercover officer
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Andrew Coles denies claims he deceived a young woman into sex while infiltrating an activist group.

Watch: BBC inside Australian court as man charged with attacking MP stays silent in first hearing
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

BBC's Katy Watson describes what unfolded in Wangaratta as 43-year-old Brendan Nugent appeared before court over the alleged attack of Helen Haines.

The Papers: 'Burnham faces climate revolt' and 'Harry wants to fix feud'
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Several papers lead on remarks from the Duke of Sussex yesterday, where he said he hoped to reconcile with his family.

Ali G is back. But is the character past its sell-by date?
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Borat and Bruno creator Sacha Baron Cohen returns as Ali G, more than two decades after the release of Ali G Indahouse.

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Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

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Where to spot brilliant colours after 'false autumn' spoils some leaf displays
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

The UK's hottest summer on record has caused some trees to shed their leaves early, but experts say spectacular autumn colours could still be on the way.

Royal Family to visit Aberfan to mark 60 years since disaster
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

King Charles III, Queen Camilla and Prince William will join survivors and bereaved parents.

Data-breach NHS worker told woman she had cancer
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2026

Pippa Boardman says she lost "dignity and privacy" after she was told by an acquaintance she had cancer.



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