News from the ABC Australia
Treatment-resistant varroa mites spread in Queensland and New South Wales Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
The world's worst honey bee parasite is genetically mutating, making it resistant to common treatments used to save hives.
Why Melbourne has been waiting a generation for someone like Sua Fa'alogo Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Sua Fa'alogo has been waiting for some time for a chance to become part of Melbourne's storied lineage of fullbacks, but nowhere near as long as Melbourne has been waiting for a player like him.Â
How the WA man charged with plotting a terrorist act legally kept his guns Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Western Australia is transitioning to tougher firearms laws — but despite the changes, 20-year-old Jayson Joseph Michaels and his father were allowed to keep their collection of seven guns at the family's Bindoon home.
Players flee court at UAE tennis event after security alert amid Middle East war Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
An ATP Challenger tournament in Fujairah is halted abruptly due to a security alert, as players and officials run from the courts to designated safe areas.
Australian schoolgirl killed in snowmobile accident in Japan Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Eight-year-old Chloe Jeffries died after a snowmobile she and her mother were riding flipped, trapping underneath it.Â
Rockliff spruiks 'exciting days ahead', but underneath, alarms wail Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
For a debt-ridden state facing cuts to public service jobs, you'd hardly know it by listening to the rosy pictures being painted by Tasmania's premier.
Liquidators find sports centre company owes creditors on top of $61m tax debt Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Employees and suppliers are among 140 secured and unsecured creditors of Queensland Indoor Arenas, run by Colin and Ashlee Kinnest with centres in Bundaberg, Brisbane and Logan.Â
Trump hits out at UK and Spain as he talks up Iran strikes Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
The US president says Iran's navy, air force and air detection systems have been "knocked out", as Israeli and US forces keep pounding targets across the country.
'Appalling' Darwin Port plans criticised by treasurer who leased it Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Former NT treasurer Dave Tollner describes the federal government's plans to take back the 99-year lease of Darwin Port as "an appalling waste of money".
Live: Australian share market is likely to tumble as Middle East war intensifies Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
It looks to be another ugly day on the markets as worries about a drawn-out Middle East war, surging oil prices and potentially higher inflation are fresh on investors' minds. Follow live.
Kids born during drought get to jump in puddles for the first time Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Most of us have memories of jumping in big rain puddles, or making mud pies growing up, but for many regional and rural kids in SA last weekend's rain event was the first time they had popped their gumboots on.
Live: Wong confirms first flight from Dubai to Sydney scheduled for this morning Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has revealed the first flight from Dubai to Sydney could depart this morning if the airspace remains safe. Follow live.Â
Times the Kyle and Jackie O show went a step too far Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Kyle and Jackie O have been some of Australia's most controversial broadcasters over the past two decades. Here are their top three controversial moments on air.
Melbourne tobacco shop targeted by armed arsonists Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
A Glenroy tobacco shop, which has previously been targeted by arsonists, was set alight by armed offenders last night.
Heavy rain to hit Queensland tropical coast as cyclone chance increases Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
A tropical low in the Coral Sea will bring heavy rain to Queensland's north coast ahead of a coastal crossing later in the week. Â
Travel quiz: Take a trip around the world with this week's quiz Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Who designed the Louvre's pyramid? And where does pastizzi come from?
'Surviving on reserves': Housing organisation's 50-year legacy at risk Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
A not-for-profit housing organisation that has been helping low-income and homeless Canberrans for over 50 years says its future is at risk after having its funding almost halved.
Why a fungal disease on water dragons has reptile experts concerned Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
A fungal disease affecting Brisbane's water dragons could be a big deal for Australian reptiles, researchers say
Vietnam typifies perseverance as it aims for new heights at Asian Cup Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Vietnam's women's football team has spent the past 20 years patiently building success out of the spotlight, and is ready to take centre stage at the 2026 Women's Asian Cup. Â
Iran's footballers playing on at Women's Asian Cup, amid war in Middle East Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
As war spreads across the Middle East, Iran's women footballers are playing on at the Women's Asian Cup, having already faced a challenging road to make it to Australia.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump says Starmer is 'no Winston Churchill' over Iran strikes Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Sir Keir Starmer had refused to grant the US permission to use the Diego Garcia military base. Funerals held for students and staff after Iran school strike Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Iranian authorities say they were killed in a US-Israeli strike in the city of Minab on Saturday. UK to send Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to Cyprus Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The prime minister said the "UK is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based" on RAF Akrotiri. Fears over food shortages in Tehran as residents worry about length of war Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Locals tell BBC Persian they are worried about the availability of groceries and price increases as strikes continue to hit the capital. We need more updates, say British nationals stuck in Middle East Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Air travel in the Middle East has been severely disrupted since Saturday, with thousands of flights cancelled. Andrew gives up lease on Crown Estate property Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The former prince hands back a property in Ascot, with lease documents showing an annual rent of £13,000. No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect. What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances. The 15-minute call where hundreds of 'devastated' Brewdog staff were made redundant Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The independent brewer and pub chain has been bought by US beverage and cannabis firm Tilray in a £33m deal. Rapper Ghetts jailed for 12 years for killing student in hit-and-run Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The grime artist failed to stop after his BMW hit Nepali student Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford. New charges for son of Norway's crown princess on trial for rape Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Marius Borg Høiby now faces a total of 40 charges at his trial and denies the most serious allegations. Elton John's family photo hung in National Portrait Gallery Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The portrait shows Sir Elton with husband David Furnish and their teenage sons Zachary and Elijah. The unsung body doubles of Wuthering Heights Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 How a cast of secret stars helped to bring Emerald Fennel's hit literary adaptation to life. Key points from the Spring Statement - at a glance Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled. 'Shh please girls' - the night 11-year-old Gary Barlow left clubgoers gobsmacked Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The Take That star was only 11 years old when he began performing to patrons at Connah's Quay Labour Club. We still change our plans and routes for safety five years after Sarah Everard's murder Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Five years after Sarah Everard was murdered, women continue to change their behaviour to stay safe. I take marathon training seriously - but Ramadan is more important Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world's best at the London Marathon is harder still. Girl power is back - and could cost you up to £10K for Spice Girls coin Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 The collectable pieces celebrate their first single Wannabe and the album Spice, released in 1996. 'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency' Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement. Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026 Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.
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