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News from the ABC Australia

Legendary horseman Paddy Payne Sr dies aged 90
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The father of 10 and patriarch of the famous Australian racing family has died. 

Three attacks in Tehran could 'amount to war crimes', report finds
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Amnesty International is demanding formal investigations into three American and Israeli attacks on densely packed suburbs of Tehran, which killed at least 41 civilians.

Football league says Swans scandal comments 'clearly insensitive'
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A country football league has distanced itself from "unacceptable" comments made at a recent awards event at which the master of ceremonies joked about the Sydney Swans scandal.

Thieves steal two paintings from Renoir Museum worth 9 million euros
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A group of "well-equipped" thieves broke into the museum in the early hours of the morning, stealing four artworks, dropping two as they fled.

Gun law reform in Tasmania on knife's edge with independent holding casting vote
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Proposed reforms to Tasmania's gun laws sit on a knife's edge, with one independent MP likely to hold the casting vote when debate resumes on Thursday.

'People are furious': RBA deputy governor says more needs to be done on inflation
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The RBA's deputy governor issues a warning that interest rates could rise further if the ongoing scourge of inflation does not come under control soon.

Child dead, six others injured in rollover west of Melbourne
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A school-aged child has died and six others have been injured in a single-vehicle crash in Parwan, west of Melbourne.

Smokers should face tougher penalties over illicit tobacco, police chief suggests
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens has said consumer-side penalties for the purchase of illicit tobacco "is a question that needs to be considered". 

Hundreds face homelessness within weeks amid government funding stand-off
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

More than 230 residents, including children, are facing eviction from Darwin's largest homeless shelter within weeks as the federal and Northern Territory governments remain locked in a funding stand-off.  

Inquest to begin into Russell Island house fire that killed father and five boys
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Eleven-year-old Zack, 10-year-old Harry, four-year-old twins Kyza and Koah, three-year-old Nicky, and father Wayne Godinet Jr died when their Russell Island home burned down in August, 2023.

Crook elbows and big dreams propelling unheralded Knights for NRL finals
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Newcastle forward Francis Manuleleua might be less than two weeks off dislocating his right elbow but at the end of an interview he'll still shake your hand and shake it hard.

Gigantic mechanical 'esky lid' is Brisbane's newest defence against flooding
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

"The Esky Lid" is a mechanical contraption that will be able to seal off Brisbane's new underground tunnels from floodwaters. 

Australia records worst-ever maths and reading scores in global test
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Australian students have recorded their lowest-ever scores in maths and reading in international testing, but improved on their science results.

Court bolter tackled by police wanted to kiss partner goodbye
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A man who escaped police custody wanted to kiss his partner goodbye, a Tasmanian court has heard.

Popovic knocked back four-year Socceroos contract extension
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has revealed he turned down a four-year contract offer from Football Australia (FA) to take the team through to the 2030 World Cup.

Australian found safe in Nepal
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The ABC understands the person was not in the disaster zone and is the eighth Australian to be found since the floods devastated Nepal and Tibet.

Billions of dollars and billboards failed in Solomon Islands. What changed?
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Australia is about to sign another wide-ranging, billion-dollar treaty in the Pacific, this time with Solomon Islands. But as it battles its "contest" with China, a question lingers: Is it value for money?

Tasmanian labradoodle breeders charged over animal cruelty allegations
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The former owners of a Tasmanian labradoodle breeding business have been charged with cruelty to animals and a string of other offences.

Qld premier takes aim at 'overseas elites' amid questions over Olympic course
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The Fitzroy River location has been subject to debate since last year, and international rowing leaders last week questioned Rockhampton's suitability to host the sport for the Olympic Games.

NT cattle station sells for $26m after carbon plan crashes
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Benmara Station in the NT has sold for $26 million after a complicated period of ownership and failed carbon dreams.



News from the BBC World Service

Harry and Meghan 'surprised' by King's letter making clear they remain non-working royals
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

A spokesman says they were not told in advance about the letter sent on behalf of the king, although palace sources deny this.

Nottingham attacks victim's death 'potentially preventable'
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The Nottingham Inquiry hears there was a chance one of Valdo Calocane's victims may have survived.

Monty Don to leave Gardeners' World after more than 20 years
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The presenter said it had been "deeply rewarding" but added that "now is the right time for a change".

Prince George begins first day at a rainy Eton College
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The 13-year-old will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, by attending the elite private school.

Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The move comes days after President Javier Milei stepped up Argentina's claims of sovereignty over the Falklands.

Canadian counter-tariffs come into force as US trade dispute escalates
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The tariffs will apply to $20bn worth of American products, jeopardising the stability of the world's largest bilateral trading relationship.

At least two people dead after Russian strikes on Kyiv
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Air raid alerts and sounds of explosions rang out in Ukraine's capital as Russian forces launched drone strikes early on Tuesday.

English pupils ahead of rest of UK in international school tests
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The latest Pisa report also warned of a global decline in teenagers' reading skills.

Borrowers expecting mortgage rates to drop have hopes dashed
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Major lenders have raised rates on new deals in recent days, leaving many borrowers needing to make a decision.

UK's third-biggest taxpayer to leave for Greece
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Chris Rokos plans to open an office in Athens, reports say, and was ranked third in the Sunday Times's list of the UK's top taxpayers.

Charli XCX says bye to Brat and Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin - Music Photography Awards 2026 shortlist
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Nominees for the Abbey Road awards captured some of the past year's best moments in music.

Forget the Mediterranean diet, I'm eating only food from Shetland for a month
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Dr Alex Armitage is eating only food grown, reared or caught locally during September.

The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair?

How colourful stripes (and rubber chickens) helped Paul Smith conquer the fashion world
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

As he publishes his autobiography, Sir Paul Smith takes BBC News on a tour of his London headquarters.

A&E did not get the basics right - my son's life was ruined at 32
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Oli's experience is one of a growing number of clinical negligence claims being made in England, BBC analysis shows.

Watch: Pupils return to West Bank school behind barbed wire to protect against settlers
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Six people, including three pupils at the Palestinian school, have been killed in al-Mughayyir this year, in a surge of Israeli settler-related violence.

Champions League returns - who are favourites and players to watch?
Posted on Monday September 07, 2026

The Champions League is back and BBC Sport takes a look at who the favourites are to win the title plus predictions from the experts.

Investigation after female staff at Eiffel Tower replaced by men for religious visit
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The move saw outraged staff walk off the job on Monday, closing the French landmark for a day.

I was fired from The Voice - I didn't want to leave, says Sir Tom Jones
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

The Welsh singer has appeared as an on-off coach on the singing competition since it premiered in 2012.

Shetland spaceport project secures £30m of UK government investment
Posted on Tuesday September 08, 2026

Several companies hope to use SaxaVord in Unst, the northernmost point in the UK, as a launch site for small commercial rockets.



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