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News from the ABC Australia Lions veteran Farrell flown to Australia after tour-ending injury to Daly Owen Farrell will join his fourth tour, having played 18 times for the Lions, including six Tests across the 2013, 2017 and 2021 tours. Business left waiting as flood-affected farmers get $75,000 grants The high-level funding comes after communities in Kempsey and Taree called on the state and federal governments to provide more support in the wake of May's record floods. England trails by 510 runs on day two after Gill makes history for India England has stumbled to 3-77 to trail India by 510 runs on day two of the second Test, after Indian skipper Shubman Gill scored a record-breaking 269 and their seamers struck early to put the tourists in a commanding position at Edgbaston. Resident fighting blaze unable to reach fire crews during mobile outage The WA town of Jurien Bay experiences frequent mobile outages, with one resident not being able to reach emergency services when his neighbour's shed was on fire. Body of three-year-old and mother recovered as Bali ferry search continues After temporarily halting a search for 29 people still missing after a ferry carrying 65 people sank near Bali, leaving at least six dead, authorities will resume their search for survivors today. Live: Fast-tracked childcare laws to establish power for spot checks of sector Federal officers would be given the power to conduct spot checks at childcare centres as part of fast-tracked laws set to be introduced later this month. Follow live. What we know about the rare bat disease that has killed another Australian A northern NSW man has become the fourth person to die of lyssavirus in Australia. The disease is incredibly rare but extremely dangerous. So what are the symptoms, how is it treated and how can you avoid infection? Five quick hits: More Aussie stumbles and Green can't punish fumble Australia's middle order rescues the team again as Cameron Green fails to cash in on his best start in a year in Grenada. Here are five quick hits from the first day of the second Test against the West Indies. Bupa denies claims for skin cancer, heart and gynaecological surgery Health insurer Bupa is accused of ongoing unscrupulous behaviour towards its customers amid legal action by the competition watchdog. Djokovic claims 99th win at Wimbledon in bid for eighth title Novak Djokovic shows signs he is easing into the old routine at Wimbledon, with the seven-time champion sauntering into the third round, while Barbora Krejčíková also makes it through. Two teens charged over fatal stabbing of 21yo man in Sydney NSW Police allege the boys — 17 and 16 — donned dark clothing and "disguises" and approached 21-year-old Luke Manassa in Sydney's west last Thursday night. Eels make early NRLW statement with win over Sharks Parramatta makes a terrific start to the NRLW season, defeating Cronulla at Sharks Stadium. Live: ASX set to rise, Wall Street sets new record after positive jobs report The Australian share market is expected to open higher today, after Wall Street sets new record highs. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Mothers up in arms about confusion around RSV vaccine for newborns A group of mothers in Victoria say they've experienced trouble accessing the jab for a highly infectious illness that infects up to 90 per cent of children in their first two years. Minister argues backing out of $34b project would fail a growing city Six new train stations linking Box Hill in Melbourne's east to Cheltenham in the south-east are under construction but the funding stream is not locked in yet. However, Victoria's Suburban Rail Loop Minister Harriet Shing is confident the Commonwealth and developers will get on board. Sex, scandals and synchronised swimming: Olympo takes us behind the scenes Travel to the High-Performance Centre, where toned young athletes scheme, lie and compromise as they compete for an elusive sponsorship deal. How Indonesia is trying to get a better tariff deal with the US than Vietnam Indonesia will sign a trade and investment pact worth $52.3 billion ($US34 billion) with the United States in an effort to avoid tougher tariffs due next week. Screaming woman rescued by police in suspicious north Queensland fire Emergency services were called to the blaze in Townsville last night, with officers finding the unit well alight and the fire having spread to a second apartment. Mr Squiggle, the man from the Moon, is novel for kids, nostalgic for parents Mr Squiggle lit up TV screens for 40 years. Now, the National Museum of Australia in Canberra is displaying the show's iconic items. Weekly news quiz: Wild weather, a data leak and a skeleton in a pot From wild weather battering the NSW coast to a massive data leak, it has been another big week in news. Test yourself on what you remember. News from the BBC World Service Gaza aid contractor tells BBC he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians The Israel- and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has strongly denied the allegation. Death of Liverpool forward Jota leaves football world in shock The football world is mourning the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, in a car crash. A year in power - BBC correspondents assess how Labour are doing With the economy, immigration, education, welfare and health high on the agenda, has Sir Keir Starmer's top team met their pledges? The sale of illegal cigarettes signals a deeper problem with UK high streets Some black market cigarettes have been found to contain dead flies and asbestos. But the trade nods to a wider issue, a BBC investigation has found Zarah Sultana says she is quitting Labour to start party with Corbyn Former Labour leader Corbyn has not yet confirmed his involvement to the BBC. Oasis 'sounding huge' as comeback tour launches The band will play the first of 41 highly anticipated dates in Cardiff, after a break of 16 years. MI5 false evidence was a serious failing, Cooper says The home secretary says the government accepts the high court’s ruling that an independent investigation should take place. I had a tough day, says Rachel Reeves after Commons tears The chancellor says she had been dealing with a "personal issue" but was still "cracking on with the job". Ryanair increases size limits for free cabin bags The increase comes as the EU mandates a universal minimum size for free underseat bags. Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS The BBC looks at what the government's 10-year NHS plan could mean in practice. Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen dies aged 67 The actor, a near-constant presence in Quentin Tarantino movies, is believed to have died of cardiac arrest. 'A symbol of hope & inspiration - Jota was a Portuguese hero' Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash aged 28, has been described as a symbol of hope and inspiration by Portugal football expert Marcus Alves. Tears as fans mourn Liverpool's Jota at Anfield Thousands of people have been paying their respects to the player and his brother outside Anfield. Jota's best Premier League goals Watch seven of Diogo Jota's best goals in the Premier League for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool. In pictures: Jota's best moments for club and country Following the tragic death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, BBC Sport presents a gallery of some of the Portuguese player's career highlights. A natural finisher who was always feared by defences Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died aged 28. BBC Sport's Phil McNulty pays tribute to the striker's career. Weekly quiz: Who threw a star-studded wedding party in Venice? How much attention did you pay to what's being going on in the world over the past seven days? Trump gets major win - but debate over his mega-bill is just beginning The US president can celebrate the passage of his bill, though the debate over its merits will continue, writes Anthony Zurcher. Zeffman: Has Reeves done enough to draw a line under this episode? The chancellor draws a line under excruciating episode but still faces the same problems, writes Henry Zeffman. Watch: Mini mart workers selling illegal cigarettes confronted by BBC reporter The BBC's Ed Thomas collaborated with undercover buyers to see how easy it was to obtain illegal cigarettes. Warnings :: With the extension of the lockdown until Sunday, August 8, Moreton Police would like to urge residents not to become complacent and to adhere to the restrictions. If you are heading out and know you are not complying, then ask yourself these two questions: “Can I afford a $1,378 fine right now?” And more importantly, “Am I willing to put other people and my family/ friends at risk of what could be a life threatening illness for them?” Please stay home, help save lives and don’t abuse the restrictions – they are there for a reason. If you need to familiarise yourself with the restrictions again, you can find the Chief Health Officers directions here. http://health.qld.gov.au Covid-19 jabs are available across Queensland at QLD Health vaccine clinics, Commonwealth jab hubs, GPs, and pharmacies. You can find a full list here https://www.couriermail.com.au/coronavirus/interactive-search-where-to-get-covid-vaccine-in-queensland/news-story/ce381b8c62ee5f0d191eb75d1aedf01c For a QLD Health clinic, you must register and book online at https://www.vaccinebookings.health.qld.gov.au For GPs and Commonwealth jab hubs, look for an appointment near you using the government’s Eligibility Checker website, http://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au You can also give your usual GP a call to see if they are providing jabs. If you feel you need more information about the jab, or are under 40 and looking to get the AstraZeneca vaccine, speaking to a GP is the most sensible option. For pharmacies, use the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Find a Pharmacy tool to find one near you. This may be your go to jab spot if you are in a rural or regional area. http://findapharmacy.com.au
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