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News from the ABC Australia

Indonesian soldiers recover body of US pilot killed in Papua
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A video shows an operation by the Indonesian military to recover the body of an American pilot, shot dead by Papuan separatists in the Papua Highlands.

Recycling depots to remain open amid safety concerns
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Queensland's container exchange scheme has been stopped from closing depots operated by a recycling contractor embroiled in a multi-million-dollar legal battle with it.

SA police security officer threatened partner with gun, court hears
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A South Australian police security officer stood trial in South Australia's District Court this week, accused of threatening his partner with a police-issued firearm.

'An insult': How AI entered Sydney's underground music scene
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Local musician Aidan Sammut says he was disgusted after a live music event aimed at showcasing local artists included an artist who used AI-generated content. 

Renewables company ZEN Energy enters voluntary administration
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

ZEN Energy was once an emerging player in the nation's renewables transition but has now entered voluntary administration, saying its viability had been impacted by "wholesale electricity volatility".

Court hears doctor unknowingly communicated with self-described paedophile vigilante
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A Perth paediatrician alleged to have sexually assaulted child patients was unknowingly communicating online with a self-described paedophile vigilante, a court has heard.

Live: Curnow stars as Swans make light work of Dogs, Crows too good for Eagles
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Charlie Curnow kicks six goals as the Swans cruise to a 35-point win over the Dogs, as Adelaide holds of West Coast in Perth. Follow live.

NT shadow minister admits underage son drove car, considers resignation
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Manuel Brown has admitted his underage son drove his personal car, one week after failing to disclose the matter when asked by the media, and says he is considering resigning from his shadow portfolios.

China's latest activities near Taiwan indicate new strategy
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Australia raises concerns about China's latest activities near Taiwan "directly to Chinese officials" as tensions simmer in the region.  

Souths captain Cody Walker apologises after kicking opponent
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

South Sydney captain Cody Walker has said he let his teammates down after being sin-binned on Friday night for kicking an opposition player.

Plans for DarkLab Transformer artwork ditched amid rising costs
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The group behind Tasmania's Dark Mofo festival has scrapped plans to develop a "destination public artwork" in the state's south-east due to escalating costs.

Veteran NSW Liberal quits frontbench amid ICAC inquiry
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Veteran NSW Liberal Damien Tudehope has quit the frontbench after being called as a witness in a looming corruption watchdog probe.

SA music festival Harvest Rock going on hiatus
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Promoter Secret Sounds has announced that the SA government-backed event won't be going ahead this October.

'Similar to a blender': Gina Rinehart defends helipad amid noise concerns
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Mining billionaire Gina Rinehart wants to be able to land a helicopter on the roof of her corporate HQ, and says the noise experienced by nearby residents would be similar to using a coffee machine or blender.

NSW poultry industry faces nervous wait after suspected bird flu case
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Nervous times ahead for the NSW poultry industry, with one producer believing it is "only a matter of time" before commercial operations are affected by H5 bird flu. 

The concerning stat that shows Australia's attack needs to lift
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Without question, Australia will need to do better going forward, but perhaps their defence could see them through.

Charges dropped against two teens accused of abducting girl near school
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Victoria Police have dropped charges against two males who were arrested and charged with the abduction of a teenage girl outside a Melbourne school.

Teen granted bail after alleged Woolworths stabbing
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The parents of an 18-year-old charged after allegedly stabbing a man inside a busy regional supermarket are urging families to be more aware of the mental health of young men.

Pilot who crashed into Beijing's tallest building wrote about 'ending his life'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Chinese authorities say the cause of the crash was "personal reasons" but internet users still have questions. 

The 'Egyptian King' who stands as Australia's greatest World Cup risk
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

All eyes are on Mohamed Salah and his injury heading into Egypt's World Cup clash with Australia — but who is the man they call the "Egyptian King"?



News from the BBC World Service

Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The "late announcement" extending opening hours to 05:00 on Monday means taking officers away from other duties, the National Police Chiefs' Council says.

On the Strait of Hormuz, BBC finds seized ships and shark fishermen as uneasy calm returns
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The BBC travels to the city of Bandar Abbas - the first international journalists to visit the Iranian side of the strait.

Ukrainian woman named by Interpol as main suspect in Monaco bomb attack
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Monaco's prosecutor's office says the suspect is no longer in Monaco.

NHS to reward people who walk 30 minutes a day
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The "marathon a month" scheme, developed with former Olympic medallist Sir Brendan Foster, will launch early next year.

France records 2,025 excess deaths at peak of heatwave as Europe braces for more extreme weather
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Forecasters are warning of further extreme temperatures on the continent in the next few days.

Nasa launches mission to save falling space telescope
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A Nasa-funded robot has blasted off to catch a falling telescope in mid-orbit and blast it back to safety before it burns up.

'Less than 10% sheep': How millions may have unknowingly eaten goat, skin and fat kebabs
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Millions are likely to have eaten "lamb" kebabs that were actually made with goat, skin and fat.

Greek man found guilty of murdering Scottish woman in Crete
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The man is sentenced to 10 years for killing Jean Hanlon from Dumfries, who was found in the waters off the Greek island in 2009.

Burnham says there is some room for movement on tax
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

But the likely next PM says he will stick to Labour's pledges to not raise VAT, income tax or national insurance.

Instagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, BBC finds
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The ads use terms including “rape” and “child video” and link to content on the messaging app Telegram.

'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.

Why Wonderwall has become England's World Cup anthem
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Post-victory singalongs between England fans and players have become a new tradition this summer.

Huge VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric's
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo gets another day on the World Cup stage after Croatia are denied a late equaliser by a huge VAR call.

BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.

No-gift policy for Taylor Swift, but how much should you give at a wedding?
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Wedding lists are being replaced by cash requests, but guests are divided over how much to give.

After 250 years the American Dream is surviving, but only just
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The American Dream has persisted since the days of the Founding Fathers, but faith in the ideal is fading

Weekly quiz: Why did the princess climb the UK's three highest peaks?
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

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

Iran nuclear and military damage revealed after restricted satellite images released
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Targets hit include ballistic missile infrastructure, nuclear sites, and naval bases.

I started selling clothes from my nana's house - now I'm turning over £10m
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Murci has grown from a side hustle to being featured on Love Island and promoted by influencers.

'Truly international network' of men drugging and raping women uncovered, NCA says
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Eight arrests have been made as the National Crime Agency says it has identified 270 people linked to the abuse websites.



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