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News from the ABC Australia

Supergirl shoots for the moon, but runs out of fuel
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Australian Milly Alcock shines as Supergirl in the hero's first solo outing since 1984; if only the rest of the movie sparkled around her.

Ratepayers fork out $1.2m to help solve WA's three-bin problem
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Organic waste from WA's second-largest city will be trucked to Perth at the cost to ratepayers of $1.2 million a year, following the collapse of local processing.  

'Incredibly special moment': Australian underdog makes it to Wimbledon
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Australia's Dane Sweeny makes it through to an overseas grand slam for the first time after a hard-fought victory in the Wimbledon qualifiers.

Frank Farina knows the pressure as Socceroos prepare for Paraguay
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Former national team coach Frank Farina will be among the many Australians who will be tuning in to the Socceroos' decisive clash with Paraguay today.

Abalone divers say 41 per cent catch reduction 'a kick in the face'
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

The NSW government says a reset is needed to ensure the sustainable future of the abalone fishery along the south coast, but commercial divers say the reduction is a "pretty disgusting state of affairs".

New bridge announced but Great Western Highway closed for another year
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

A new bridge will be built at Mitchell's Causeway on the Great Western Highway to link Sydney and the state's central west.

Concern 'inhumane, unsafe' court closures leaving people stranded
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Legal advocates say a ruling requiring police to transport people refused bail to the nearest operational court is leaving vulnerable people stranded in WA's Kimberley.

'Bloody' and 'peeling' turtle rescued by jetskiers
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

A group of jetski riders were touring Magnetic Island when they stumbled across an injured turtle. 

UN pauses Hormuz Strait evacuation after ship reports attack
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The UN pauses its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel reports an attack.

Live: ASX set to open higher
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The ASX is set to open higher in morning trading after mixed results on Wall Street. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 

Veteran fears budget changes 'going to cause more suicides'
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

An Australian Defence Force veteran says caps on allied health spending for veterans are a betrayal and that any politician supportive of the changes would not be welcome at Anzac Day events.

Fight erupts over 'heartless' decision on beach plaques for dead brothers
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

A family who lost two brothers to separate freak accidents wants a local council to reinstate their beachside memorial plaques after the benches they were on were damaged in a storm south of Perth.

History beckons for the Socceroos — here's everything you need to know
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The Socceroos can make it through to the knockout stage of the World Cup against Paraguay today. Here's everything you need to know.

Live: PM flags strengthening powers of eSafety commissioner for social media ban
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the government will look to strengthen the powers of the eSafety commissioner to enforce an under-16s social media ban. Follow live. 

Man who tried to 'win way out of this life' calls for gambling changes
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

A Sydney man who spent more than $160,000 on lottery tickets and poker machines in less than two years says his experience shows "more needs to be done" to protect vulnerable community members.

King won't move into renovated Buckingham Palace, royal funding to be cut
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

An annual financial statement released on Thursday contained several revelations, including plans to cut the royal family's public funding, and details of how much tax the monarch paid.

Millions spent on hardline school policies, but NT students not turning up
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Just over half of all Aboriginal students in the NT are showing up for school, despite millions being spent on truancy policies.

Police release CCTV footage of man missing for three weeks
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Police say the 43-year-old, who has been missing for three weeks, had regularly taken the V/Line train between Colac and Melbourne.

Mixed reaction to beach town at forefront of over-50s lifestyle resort boom
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Four over-50s lifestyle developments have been approved for this small beach community, with two more being assessed. Some worry the area is not ready for the influx, others say it is the answer to the housing crisis.

NBL fines Bogut over alleged body-shaming comments to 36ers owner
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The NBL hands Andrew Bogut a fine of $9,500 over comments he allegedly made towards Adelaide 36ers owner Grant Kelley.



News from the BBC World Service

King Charles reveals he paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-25
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

The King becomes first monarch to publish their tax payments - with the figures putting him among the UK's top 100 taxpayers.

King and Queen will not live in Buckingham Palace after renovations
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla will continue to reside in Clarence House, Buckingham Palace says.

UK braced for hottest June night after 36.7C reached on warmest day of year
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Temperatures reach 36.7C in Merryfield, Somerset, the highest temperature so far this year and the hottest June day on record.

France warns even young people's health at risk as Europe's heatwave shifts east
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people.

Home Office plan to use more military bases to house asylum seekers
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Three new sites in Oxfordshire, Suffolk, and Yorkshire could house about 3,750 asylum seekers if permission is granted.

Yes, there have been rows but here's how I've made moving back home work
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Rising costs are forcing more young adults to live with their parents, here's how not to come to blows.

Burnham could be leader in weeks under Labour timetable
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Andy Burnham could take over from Keir Starmer by 17 July, if he continues to be the only Labour MP in the race.

UN pauses Strait of Hormuz evacuation plan after cargo ship attacked
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The ship was reportedly struck by an "unknown projectile" near Oman but no casualties were reported.

Starmer and home secretary in row over minister's future
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Shabana Mahmood believes Mike Tapp should be sacked for writing an article but No 10 say he remains in post.

Women alleging rape and sexual assault in France call to abolish statute of limitations
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

More than 50 women are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations which they say has prevented them seeking justice.

Depth, scale and location of quakes - in maps and graphics
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The shallow quakes occurred within seconds of one another, exacerbating the damage caused.

Quake is devastating blow at time of uncertainty
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The twin quakes come less than six months after Venezuela's then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces.

'I thought I was going to die' - people describe earthquake panic
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Buildings were flattened in the capital Caracas, where voices have been heard calling from the rubble.

What we know so far
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

The two quakes have killed at least 188 people and injured nearly 1,500, with more feared trapped under rubble.

How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.

Watch: Friday to bring more hot weather
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

The UK is bracing for more unusually hot weather on Friday.

In pictures: Britain swelters in record-breaking heat
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

A rare red weather warning is in place as extreme temperatures continue across much of the UK.

Europe's 'punishing' record-breaking heatwave
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

BBC Berlin correspondent Jessica Parker on what's next for the weather in Europe

Weekly quiz: Who did Donald Trump anger after saying they begged for a photo with him?
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Could a Madison Square Garden wedding be the love story of Taylor Swift's wildest dreams?
Posted on Thursday June 25, 2026

Officials confirmed someone applied for a permit to close the streets near Madison Square Garden on 4 July.



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