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News from the ABC Australia

Mineral exploration at record highs in modern-day gold rush
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The surge in Australian dollar gold prices in the past year is being reflected across regional Western Australia, where gold exploration has hit record levels.   

Denny and British rival bring Ashes rivalry to discus in rare partnership
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Having competed against each other with some of the biggest prizes in discus on the line, Matt Denny and Lawrence Okoye are now training together and pushing each other to new heights.

Liverpool falls victim to Champions League giant killers Galatasaray
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Liverpool's defensive frailties continue to be exposed as Galatasaray takes a crucial 1-0 lead into the second leg of the tie.

Family of those killed in e-rideable accidents want more urgency on law changes
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The families of two West Australians killed in e-scooter accidents say they are disappointed the government is not acting sooner to better regulate e-rideable devices.

Live: Market now tips RBA interest rate hike next week, Aussie dollar rallies
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Comments from the RBA deputy sent rate hike expectations soaring. The Australian share market is likely to start its day higher, even as officials from the Trump administration give conflicting accounts on how "soon" the Middle East war will end. Follow live.

Claudia's bank let a scammer steal her savings so she fought back and won
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Claudia Lee's ING savings account was drained by a scammer while she was travelling overseas — but it took 18 months for the bank to be forced to take responsibility.

South Australian man sails around the world in homemade boat
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

After more than a year of sailing and thousands of nautical miles covered, Dan Turner completes a race around the globe in the boat he built in his driveway.

Hospital staff 'angry' and 'distressed' after shock suspension of top Albury doctor
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The Australian Medical Association is reviewing why several top doctors and nurses have left Albury Wodonga hospital.

Live: Roads cut off, homes without power as Bundaberg flood peak approaches
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Bundaberg is facing its worst flood in more than a decade, with the Burnett River projected to peak at 7.6 metres this morning.

This outdated medical practice 'reflects very low respect for women'
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Outdated medical devices are being used to perform a common obstetrics procedure on Australian women that can cause a condition known as Asherman's syndrome.

Live: Iranian footballer and staff member granted asylum to Australia, taking total to seven
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Government sources have told the ABC that two more people from the Iranian soccer team have been granted asylum in Australia.

Docked boats, idle tractors — the Iran war fuel crisis is hurting Australia
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Dozens of fishing trawlers have been stranded as a result of Australia's worsening fuel shortages, which some have described as the worst they have ever seen.

The 86yo who spent his working life protecting world leaders
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The family of a former NSW Police detective says while his job was to ensure the safety of foreign leaders, at home he was just Dad.  

Former Don Dale inmates appeal compensation for tear gas incident
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

A challenge to a ruling curbing access to compensation for four former inmates of Don Dale Youth Detention Centre who were sprayed with CS gas in 2014 will be heard at the High Court in Canberra today.

Foreign Facebook pages have been promoting One Nation. It wants them to stop
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

An ABC NEWS Verify investigation uncovers a raft of foreign Facebook accounts targeting Australian users. And they're just the tip of the iceberg.

Bundaberg residents brace as floodwater from Burnett River expected to peak today
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The Bureau of Meteorology says rain will ease for most of Queensland today but major flooding could last for days.

Wide field of candidates emerges to replace David Littleproud
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Four Nationals are emerging as contenders to lead the party, with Bridget McKenzie, Matt Canavan and Kevin Hogan declaring their candidacy.

Why this popular dairy product has been flying off the shelf
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Greek yoghurt has been flying off the shelves as viral social media trends spruik its high-protein benefits.

Quiz: Can you find your way around the world?
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Where would you find the Frank Lloyd Wright marvel, Fallingwater? And what's the capital of Fiji?

What you need to know about Iran today, with Laura Tingle
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The ABC's global affairs editor, Laura Tingle, is in Dubai and will provide daily updates on the Middle East war. 



News from the BBC World Service

UK warship HMS Dragon departs for eastern Mediterranean
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The Type 45 destroyer's main role will be protecting RAF Akrotiri, which was hit with an Iranian-made drone.

Steve Rosenberg: Russia seeks diplomatic and economic gains from Iran war
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

President Putin pits himself as a potential mediator but that's not an easy sell, writes the BBC's Russia editor.

Hereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passes
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The bill abolishes the 92 seats reserved for peers who inherit their titles through their families.

Teen had 'headache' before holiday park deaths
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

An inquest hears Cherish Bean and Ethan Slater died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning.

Eni Aluko wins Joey Barton libel case over X posts
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Barton is told to pay the former England footballer more than £300k over two posts he made in 2024.

The Brits travelling in their thousands to 'Costa del Cheltenham'
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Thousands of Britons have travelled to the Costa Blanca to enjoy Cheltenham Festival, the pinnacle event of the jump-racing calendar, from a distance.

Jury restriction plan clears first hurdle despite Labour dissent
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The justice secretary says the limits are required to stem a growing backlog of cases in crown courts.

At least six dead in Switzerland bus fire
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Police do not yet know the cause of the fire in the western Fribourg canton, which also injured a number of people.

Zendaya's ring and Stella McCartney's horses - the sights and trends at Paris Fashion Week
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Zendaya flashes a gold band on her wedding finger as she joins the A-list set at Paris Fashion Week.

Mail editor kept Catherine's pregnancy secret for days, court hears
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Charlotte Griffiths says she never hacked a phone or used a private investigator as she gave evidence in the privacy trial brought by figures including Prince Harry and Sir Elton John.

Relaunched digital ID will make it easier to access services, minister says
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Darren Jones says the scheme - originally aimed at curbing illegal working - is now about improving services.

War expands to central Beirut as Israeli strike kills Iranians in luxury hotel
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Israel's military says it targeted Quds Force operatives after a return to war with Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, but Iran says they were diplomats.

Strait of Hormuz timelapse shows fall in shipping traffic
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The footage demonstrates the flow of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz in the Gulf since the US-Israeli military offensive began against Iran on 27 February.

Air strikes cause black rain and 'unprecedented' pollution in Tehran, scientists say
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.

Why the price of oil matters more than you might think
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

A shock to oil supplies is rattling financial markets, driving up prices at the pump and raising fears of a bigger economic hit.

'I just want to be able to sleep': Attacks in Iran rock cities and cut power
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Iranians in Tehran and Karaj tell the BBC they are exhausted and struggling to sleep after 10 days of Israeli and US attacks.

An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

We tracked reports and contacted police and prosecutors for a deeper look at the situation across UK.

Watch: Wildflowers cover Death Valley in best display since 2016
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

An unusually wet autumn hit one of the hottest places on Earth, soaking long-dormant wildflower seeds and washing off their protective coatings to trigger the riot of colour.

Bridgerton star on dealing with One Piece casting backlash
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

The decision to cast Charithra Chandran in the manga adaptation angered a vocal set of fans.

How the 'red v blue school wars' exposed the social media gap between children and parents
Posted on Tuesday March 10, 2026

Parents were frightened by social posts that seemed to encourage violence at schools. But it was more complicated than it looked



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