News from the ABC Australia
Alice Springs citizenship ceremonies no longer to be held on January 26 Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026
The Alice Springs Town Council has passed a motion to move citizenship ceremonies, traditionally held on January 26, to an alternative date. It comes after the mayor decided not to take part in formal council Australia Day events earlier this year.
How Han Xu has taken the WNBL by storm Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026
The Perth Lynx were a middling side after eight games of the WNBL season, but the arrival of Han Xu sparked an astonishing turnaround in their fortunes — both on and off the court.Â
Farmers sound alarm over feral pig boom in WA's south-east Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026
Farmers are calling for government support to curb the number of feral pigs in WA's south-east after a rapid jump in numbers.
250 NSW officers equipped with long-arm rifles to form rapid respond unit Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026
More than 200 police officers equipped with long-arm rifles will be deployed to places of worship, major events and mass gatherings like protests on a risk basis.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine unbroken after 4 years, but Russia vows to fight on Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026
World leaders gathered in Kyiv to mark four years since Moscow launched its full scale invasion of Ukraine.Â
Book takes kids back to time 'before the existence of rock salt chips' Posted on Wednesday February 25, 2026
Aunty Ruth Simms has published her first book, Muttonfish Magic, as she prepares to celebrate five decades in the public education system.
Wittenoom traditional owners launch $1.5 billion compensation claim Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Banjima traditional owners say the thousands of hectares left poisoned by decades of asbestos mining have caused one of the highest death rates of mesothelioma in the world.
How an 'entitled' Perth obstetrician's drunken behaviour ruined multiple lives Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Sought-after obstetrician Rhys Bellinge appeared to have it all — but that changed in an instant when his drunken, high-speed driving killed a young university graduate and left a rideshare driver with permanent injuries.
Delays expected after asbestos truck spills load into creek Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A truck carrying asbestos has crashed on the Bruce Highway near Townsville early this morning, spilling its load into a nearby creek.
Outback landscape board chair says environmental advocacy was 'hindered' Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
The Alinytjara Wiluṟara Landscape Board chair steps down, saying his ability to speak for a region where Telstra is under investigation for alleged environmental breaches was impeded.
Virus that killed 72 tigers at Thai zoos not bird flu, officials say Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Thai authorities say tigers in confined environments can be particularly vulnerable to the canine distemper viral infection.
Iran signs $700 million arms deal with Russia, reports say Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Iran has reportedly signed a secret arms deal with Russia to acquire thousands of advanced shoulder-fired missiles to help boost its air defences.
How a football tackle almost ended up with a leg amputation Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
A catastrophic footy injury during a Melbourne reserves game changed Connor Rogers's life in an instant. In the aftermath, the support of his local footy club helped him recover and showed him the power of community. WARNING: This article contains graphic imagery.
Outback residents 'dancing in the rain' as February record breaks Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Dry red dirt turns to flowing rivers and lakes as heavy rainfall breaks a century-old record in Mount Isa.
Council's 'exorbitant' travel bill $46k higher than disclosed Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Gold Coast councillors question undisclosed staff travel costs after an extra $46,000 in spending is revealed, prompting calls for greater transparency and oversight.
Albanese asked to 'urgently rescind' appointment of NT administrator Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
Politicians, advocates and civil society leaders have made a last-ditch plea for Anthony Albanese to intervene ahead of the swearing-in of controversial incoming NT administrator David Connolly.
'Everything is so political': US hockey star laments backlash to Trump call Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
US ice hockey star Jack Hughes defends his team after video of them laughing at Donald Trump's joke about the women's gold medallists sparks backlash.
Live: Software firm WiseTech to slash 2,000 jobs due to AI Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
WiseTech will slash jobs over the next 18 months, while the cost of remediating underpaid staff has hit Woolworths's profit. Inflation data for January is due at 11.30am AEDT. Follow the latest updates in our live blog.
Two arrested in alleged kidnapping murder of Sydney man Chris Baghsarian Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
The arrests come less than 24 hours after police discovered human remains near a golf club in Sydney's north-west.
It will take decades for this pine plantation to recover from fire Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026
The fire threat in Victoria's Upper Murray has eased, but the region's famously green, undulating hills still bear the black scars of a devastating bushfire.
News from the BBC World Service
Mandelson's lawyers say he was arrested over 'baseless' claim he was a flight risk Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The peer's lawyers say there is no truth in the suggestion he was planning to leave the UK. Andrew 'rude and arrogant', minister says as MPs back release of trade role files Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The former prince travelled the globe as the UK's trade representative between 2001 and 2011. Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders. BBC edited a second racial slur out of Bafta ceremony Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The BBC's chief content officer Kate Phillips says a slur that aired was the result of a genuine error. Man 'caused wife's death by controlling her', jury told Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Christopher Trybus denies the manslaughter of his wife Tarryn Baird who took her own life in 2017. GPs told to guarantee same-day appointments for urgent cases Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed. 'I wanted to save her life' - the moment twin sisters learned they were identical Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The surprise discovery meant Grace Leggett could not be a stem cell donor for her sister Caitlin. UK temperatures expected to reach 18C after rainy start to 2026 Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 How high will temperatures reach and how long will stay mild? Darren Bett has the details. Driver admits causing death of mother pushing pram Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Rebecca Ableman was struck on the head by crane equipment dangling from a lorry, a court hears. Phillipson defends student loan change and says average repayments will rise by £8 a month Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Some graduates in England say "punishing" student loan repayments have led them to cut their hours at work. Reform by-election activist suspended over posts Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Adam Mitula, who has been campaigning ahead of the Gorton and Denton by-election, made the posts on X. Ukraine remembers its dead as war enters a fifth year Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Events were held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. 'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine. Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured
Trump to address a changed America at vital moment for his presidency Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Few of Donald Trump’s speeches to Congress have had as much riding on them as the one on Tuesday night. Threat of further violence looms after Mexican cartel rampage Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera. Rose Wylie: The 91-year-old art world rebel in her prime Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The artist is the first female British painter to have a show in the main galleries of the Royal Academy. MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative. 'Snoop Dogg performed private gig in our canteen' Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 The US rapper performed back to back classics, ahead of attending his first Swansea City game. Man admits stealing Fabergé egg and watch worth £2m Posted on Tuesday February 24, 2026 Enzo Conticello stole a handbag, containing the items, in Soho, Southwark Crown Court hears.
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