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News from the ABC Australia Growers turn to netting to save crops from heatwave sunburn Sales of netting to protect fruit crops from extreme weather have increased in the past five years as researchers warn heatwaves will continue to impact agriculture. Outback graziers to 'fork out millions' to recover from devastating floods Graziers are looking at a tough few years and millions of dollars to restock cattle herds as recovery begins in outback Queensland after widespread flooding hit the north-west. Ballroom community takes over Australia's oldest library From a fairy-themed beginners' performance to the revered "sex siren" category, participants vied for 10s on a night celebrating queer and trans people of colour at the State Library of Victoria. Beach provides daily blank canvas for artist's remarkable scratchings Mal Leckie has spent every morning over the past 50 years at the beach, but when illness hurt his ability to surf, he had to find a new reason to get out of bed. 50/50 quiz: Test your knowledge of Dirty Dancing, Scrabble and an unnerving horse statue Every question has only two options: One is right and the other is wrong. You have an even chance of guessing correctly each time. It was an audacious idea to seize power in the ACT, but would the voters have bought it? The idea of a coalition between the ACT Greens and the Canberra Liberals appears to be on hold for now — but a quick history lesson is important to understand how both sides were willing to consider it. Much of Queensland set to sizzle ahead of cool change next week The worst of the heat has moved into south-west Queensland, while temperatures in the south-east could still hit 40 degrees Celsius before a cooler change early next week. Sabalenka the favourite but Rybakina pledges 'fight to the end' Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina are poised for a heavyweight bout in the Australian Open women's singles final, a rematch of a the classic 2023 decider. What we know about the suspected murder-suicide of a Perth family of four An entire family has been found dead in their own home — a mother, a father and their two teenage boys, with police describing the event as "highly distressing" and a "devastating tragedy". Could it be civilians found Celine, when the police could not? Facing extreme weather and limited resources, Tasmania Police had to stop its search for Celine Cremer. But with her disappearance unresolved, loved ones turned to a private investigator instead. Parental estrangement isn't new but social media makes it harder Cutting ties with your parents isn't a new phenomenon but having it painstakingly documented across social media is a contemporary problem. Western Sydney pensioner crochets 700 octopus toys for premature babies With materials, time and love, Bernice Joy Luxford has brought comfort to the sick infants and their emotionally and physically exhausted caregivers via over 700 octopus toys. Twenty five years on Barry Wooden still mows the lawn near son's memorial Barry Wooden has spent decades trying to honour the lives of his son and four mates who died in a horror railway crossing crash 25 years ago. Man jailed for supplying illicit drugs to 'vulnerable' teens in state care A man who introduced teenage sisters in state care to amphetamines was "well-aware" the drug was "dangerous, addictive and can destroy lives", a judge has said. Relief on the horizon after record heatwave delivers 50C For the eighth consecutive day Australia's south-east inland will bake in temperatures well above 40 degrees Celsius. Five quick hits: 'Old man' Djokovic turns back time and cramping Carlos causes controversy Gadecki and Peers make their own bit of history and "old man" Djokovic turns back the clock to reach his 11th Aussie final. Here are the quick hits from day 13 at the Australian Open. End of an era for remote town Ensay as it loses iconic mountain calf sale The tiny Victorian town of Ensay has proudly hosted the annual mountain calf sale for decades, but the yards will be empty this year. 3D-printed guns pose 'greatest risk' to community, expert warns Retailers offering 3D printers or 3D printing services would report customers suspected of building 3D-printed guns to the authorities under fresh calls for corporate Australia to play a role in thwarting access to the deadly weapons. Catherine O'Hara from Home Alone and Schitt's Creek dies The Canadian-born actress died at her home in Los Angeles "following a brief illness", according to a statement from her agency. Laughing at Melania's ticket sales? You might be missing the point Dire box office sales surrounding the US first lady's bio-doc have made headlines, but some argue there's likely a good reason Jeff Bezos's Amazon MGM Studios has splashed so much cash on MELANIA. News from the BBC World Service Epstein sent £10,000 to Mandelson's partner, released emails show The emails were published by the US Department of Justice as part of a release running to three million pages. Schitt's Creek and Home Alone star Catherine O'Hara dies aged 71 The Emmy-winning actress died at her home in Los Angeles on Friday after a brief illness, her agent said. Asylum seeker sentenced to at least 29 years for murdering hotel worker Rhiannon Whyte Deng Majek is told by the mother of victim Rhiannon Whyte that she hopes he never sees the outside world. UN risks 'imminent financial collapse', secretary general warns António Guterres says the international body could run out of money by July due to members' unpaid fees. England cricketer Harry Brook says he lied to protect other players after nightclub altercation England white-ball captain Harry Brook says other players were present when he was involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer. Three reasons for the record rise in gold prices, and one why they are falling Gold has fallen from recent highs but there are several reasons investors are still finding refuge in the precious metal. Former CNN host Don Lemon faces charges after anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church Lemon says he was just doing his job as a journalist reporting on the protests at the church. Luigi Mangione will not face death penalty if convicted, judge rules A judge dismisses two federal counts against the 27-year-old, but he still faces state murder charges. Labour peer who had sanctions lifted by China says it's 'meagre return' for UK She says raising the case of campaigner Jimmy Lai is more important than lifting sanctions against her. Driver jailed for life over deadly Christmas Day rampage in London's West End Anthony Gilheaney hit four men on Shaftesbury Avenue, killing Aiden Chapman and injuring the others. Snow Moon: How to see the last full moon of winter The full Moon in February is known as the Snow Moon. Chris Mason: What Starmer's China reset tells us about his foreign policy The prime minister has set out his vision - and now begun to match it with actions and overseas visits. Will Trump's pick to lead US central bank get him the change he wants? Opinion is divided over whether Warsh will align with the US president's views over how the Federal Reserve should be run. Is your boss toxic? This is how to handle them Workers share how toxic managers have affected them and their lives. Here's what to do if you have one. Why Iran's response to a US attack could be different this time Tehran has threatened to treat an attack by the US as part of last summer's war, and its response could be more dramatic. Inside Syrian camp holding wives and children of suspected IS fighters Kurdish-run prisons hold about 8,000 suspected IS fighters and around 34,000 of their family members in camps. Alan Carr accidentally revealed Traitors victory hours after filming The comedian inadvertently revealed his victory to a cameraman while working the following day. Manchester Pride confirms go-ahead after previous operator went bust The future of the event had looked uncertain after the organisers went into voluntary liquidation last year. Company behind Prince George's baby shoes warns it may close The Leicester-based family firm of 73 years said it has been hit by "prices going up, but demand going down". Millions to get £150 off energy bills for further five years The government has confirmed the discount for six million low-income households will continue for the rest of the decade. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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