News from the ABC Australia
Australian Sarah Snook wins Best Actress at the Critics Choice Awards Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
Australian actress Sarah Snook takes out Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television with All Her Fault.Â
Eels sign potential Lomax replacement ahead of 2026 NRL season Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
In the wake of Zac Lomax's sudden departure, Parramatta makes a move in the player market as it looks to lifts its fortunes.
Critics Choice winners: The Studio, Adolescence sweep TV awards Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
Now in their 31st year, the Critics Choice Awards are historically known to be the most accurate predictor of the Academy Award nominations.
Beef industry mourns loss of Sir Graham McCamley Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
From building one of Queensland's most respected cattle empires and championing the Brahman breed, Sir Graham's lifelong dedication to agriculture and his community was truly remarkable.
Deputy Victorian Opposition Leader Sam Groth won't contest next election Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
Sam Groth, the deputy leader of the Victorian Liberal Party, has announced he will not contest the upcoming state election in November, saying he made his decision after realising that some recent negative public pressure had come from within his own party.
Australia's neighbours slam Trump's 'dangerous precedent' in Venezuela Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia have all expressed "grave concern" over the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
The toad busters determined to take back a tropical island from its invaders Posted on Monday January 05, 2026
On a tropical Queensland island, 'toad busters' have decided the cane toad's spread across northern Australia should not be a lost cause.Â
Djokovic quits players body he co-founded over transparency concerns Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Novak Djokovic is stepping away from the Professional Tennis Players Association, citing concerns over transparency and governance within the organisation.
Live: Smith runs out of lives as Labuschagne gets shock breakthrough Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Jamie Smith avoids getting out in successive deliveries thanks to a no ball and a missed catch but ultimately falls to part-timer Marnus Labuschagne just before lunch on day two at the SCG. Follow live.Â
Live: Oil prices rebound after US strikes on Venezuela, ASX flat Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Australian shares are trading fairly flat on Monday, while oil prices rebound following the US strike on Venezuela that sparked concerns about oversupply. Follow the latest updates in our live blog.
Residents in WA city warn of e-scooter dangers ahead of contract decision Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Geraldton locals like Stuart Wise are calling for a crackdown on e-scooter safety, weeks after a man in his 30s died in an accident in the regional WA city.
League president reported to AFL over 'gender weirdness' alleged comments Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
A country football league president has been reported to the AFL Integrity Unit over alleged comments about a club's "grooming and gender weirdness" after it was involved in blocking the club from entering a neighbouring competition.
Sustainable timber certification under fire Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Questions are being raised about sustainable timber certification in Australia.Â
The signs your child might have a developmental delay Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Developmental delay will be a big part of the new NDIS alternative for some kids. But what does the phrase mean and how can you tell if your child has one?Â
Woman who paid back debt faces community housing eviction amid 'other factors' Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Community housing is seen as a way for the government to tackle the housing crisis, but between limited options and court orders, some people are falling through the cracks.
DNA study could save one of the world's oldest surviving songbirds Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
The Rufous scrub-bird is one of the world's oldest surviving species of songbird, but scientists believe fewer than 2,000 of the birds remain.
Motorcyclist killed in crash that forced closure of lanes on Adelaide freeway Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
A 25-year-old motorcyclist has died in a crash that forced the closure of city-bound lanes on Adelaide's South Eastern Freeway this morning.
'It sucks': Ex-Test leggie urges Aussies to back spin after Murphy omission Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Leg spinner Mitchell Swepson wants Australian cricket officials and curators to buck the growing trend of producing pitches that heavily favour seam bowlers.Â
Lower crime rates in Alice Springs leave many optimistic, others worried Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
After years of negative headlines, crime rates in Alice Springs are showing signs of turning a corner but some locals remain worried the change could be short-lived.
Japan's sacred 'forbidden island' completely off limits to women Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026
Boasting thousands of years of history and a World Heritage listing, Okinoshima is Japan's very own treasure island. It's also completely off limits to women.
News from the BBC World Service
Jeremy Bowen: Trump's action could set precedent for authoritarian powers across globe Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 Trump seems to believe he makes the rules and others cannot have the same privileges. The key questions on Trump's actions on Venezuela Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the key questions following US strikes on Venezuela and seizure of its president. From Caracas 'fort' to New York court: Maduro's capture in pictures and maps Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 Follow the operation to seize the Venezuelan president through photos, satellite images and maps. Can Maduro's trusted lieutenant now work for Trump? Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Delcy RodrÃguez, a close ally of captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, has been named interim president. Mother and daughter named as sea tragedy victims alongside man who tried to save them Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 Mark Ratcliffe and Sarah Keeling died on Friday and the police search for Grace Keeling continues. Teen girl educated in UK confirmed to have died in Swiss bar fire Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 The family of Charlotte Niddam announced her death "with great sadness" as Swiss authorities confirmed all victims had been identified. Police identify all 40 victims of Swiss bar fire Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Among those killed by the blaze at Le Constellation is 16-year-old Swiss national Arthur Brodard, his mother confirms. Danish PM tells Trump to stop 'threats' against Greenland Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 Mette Frederiksen said the "US has no right to annex any of the three nations in the Danish kingdom". Faisal Islam: What's behind PM's notable shift on closer ties to Europe? Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 Sir Keir Starmer has given details of his plans for a "Brexit reset". What could it mean for the UK? The myth of willpower - and why some people struggle to lose weight more than others Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Thousands of genes that have an influence on weight, say experts - which means weight loss isn't a level playing field Steve Coogan on his Roy Keane film - and his part in Posh and Becks' first meeting Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Coogan stars as football boss Mick McCarthy in the film Saipan, about the fall-out between him and captain Roy Keane. More snow and ice warnings take effect as schools due to return Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 The Met Office warns of disruption to travel as many people return to work and school after Christmas. New powers to seize phones from migrants come into force Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 The government says it will help gather intelligence on smuggling gangs. Activist group says it was behind Berlin fire that cut power to thousands Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 The far-left Vulkan Gruppe says in a statement that targeting the fossil fuel economy, not cutting power, was the goal. Watch: BBC reporter tests AI anti-shoplifting tech Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Some major retailers and independent stores have introduced AI body scans, CCTV or facial recognition equipment to identify crimes like shoplifting. South Korea's 'movie of the year' is an indie story about a teen's trauma Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 The World of Love has been praised for its touching, empathetic portrayal of life after sexual assault. The Papers: 'Fresh pressure on Venezuela' and Starmer's 'Brexit betrayal' Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 New warnings from the US to Venezuela lead most of Monday's papers, while some splash on Sir Keir's comments on closer EU alignment. The French university where spies go for training Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits. Van Tulleken brothers: The three wellness issues we've stopped worrying about Posted on Monday January 05, 2026 Dr Xand and Dr Chris van Tulleken explain why they're not worrying about eating more protein, taking magnesium or avoiding microplastics. Starmer tells me he'll survive - but can he keep this new year's resolution? Posted on Sunday January 04, 2026 The prime minister discusses the economy, Europe, Venezuela and his own future in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg.
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