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News from the ABC Australia

Man rescued from flood waters as SA wild weather leaves trail of damage
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Storm damage have prompted extensive clean-ups across South Australia while a man had to be rescued from his vehicle's rooftop after he tried to drive through flood waters.

Breaking: Meeting to decide Moira Deeming's future cancelled amid court battle
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Victorian MP Moira Deeming has won a two-week reprieve as a Liberal candidate for the November state election, after the party agreed in the Supreme Court to cancel imminent plans to revoke her preselection.

West Coast star Adam Hunter's 'grieving best mate' slams AFL leadership
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

In a five-page letter to the executives and commissioners of the AFL, a grieving best mate has slammed the organisation for "failing" former West Coasts player Adam Hunter, who suffered from CTE.

Tree protester warned not to reoffend says she would 'absolutely' do it again
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Activist and author Mij Tanith refuses to rule out being arrested again for protesting against the felling of trees in the Adelaide Park Lands, despite a warning from a magistrate she could face a conviction next time.

'Deadly' Indigenous remote artists travel to Sydney
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Remote Indigenous artists from around Australia are in Sydney for the annual National Indigenous Art Fair. 

Taiwanese national accused of people smuggling granted bail in Far North Qld
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

One of the men charged over an alleged plot to smuggle foreign nationals into Far North Queensland by boat has told his lawyer he was just in the area to go fishing, a court has heard. The 34-year-old has been granted bail today.

Cause of wrongly-positioned aircraft control in Shellharbour crash unknown
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Investigators are unable to work out why a take-off control was wrongly-positioned leading to a fatal plane crash at Shellharbour Airport last October.

Shyanne Lee-Tatnell's accused murderer likely to face trial next year
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A man who has pleaded not guilty to murdering 14-year-old Tasmanian teenager Shyanne Lee-Tatnell in 2023 will likely stand trial early next year.

Jewish community frustrated by delays to social media duty of care
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A mandated digital duty of care for social media platforms remains more than 18 months away, despite an online safety law review recommending its implementation in 2024.

Tougher penalties, but no gun limit under Tasmania's proposed new laws
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

New gun laws, which create tougher penalties for the theft and possession of stolen firearms, but do not include gun caps, have been unveiled by the Tasmanian government, asking for public feedback.

'Panicked' Putin has big decision to make, and 'could go nuclear'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The Russian president's decision to annex Crimea showed the world his authoritarian muscle. These days, it is a "personal humiliation".

Gary Glitter charged with historical child sex offences
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The charges were linked to alleged sexual offences against a child dating back to 1978, British prosecutors said.

Crisis or all is fair in footy? What the data says about AFL equalisation
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Pundits and fans alike talk about the AFL being an uneven competition — but does the data support that concern?

Quick hits: Ronaldo, Portugal, Croatia and the game that had it all
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Portugal and Croatia play one of the greatest halves of football in World Cup history, packed with legendary players, brilliant goals and more VAR drama than anyone could handle. Here are today's quick hits.

Support growing for Pacific-wide security agreement, Solomon Islands PM says
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale says there is "growing consensus" in support of his proposal for a Pacific-wide security agreement.

Former AFL great Nicky Winmar found guilty of assaulting woman
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The woman previously told the court she was "fearful" for her life on the night of the incident last year.

Kyiv suffers deadliest attack this year, after Russia 'unleashed hell'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

At least 27 people are dead and the city's key Red Cross warehouse has been destroyed, as search efforts are still underway. 

University's chancellor quits as ICAC inquiry continues
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

UOW Chancellor Michael Still resigns as the state's corruption watchdog continues to investigate allegations of improper governance, recruitment decisions and consultancy engagements.

Suspected bird flu cases detected in NSW and WA after devastating impact overseas
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

A suspected positive case of H5 bird flu has been identified in New South Wales, the state agriculture minister has announced.

With history on the line, the Socceroos are trying to stay in the moment
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The Socceroos are on the brink of history, but their coach doesn't want them to get carried away by the occasion.



News from the BBC World Service

Mother says new custodial sentences for daughter's rapists 'better' but still 'not enough'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences but have since been handed a four year detention.

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

The BBC visits Bandar Abbas to see how the US-Israeli war with Iran has affected everyday life in the port city.

Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.

Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding celebrations begin with star-studded New York event
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Actress Lena Dunham, model Gigi Hadid and longtime music collaborator Jack Antonoff were spotted in formal attire near Madison Square Garden.

How the American Dream has survived 250 years, 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

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.

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.

Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Monaco parcel bombing
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Monaco's prosecutor's office say the suspect is a foreign national and no longer in Monaco.

At least eight arrests linked to forums that encourage drugging and raping women
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The National Crime Agency says it has identified 270 individuals linked to the abuse websites.

Rare copy of US Declaration of Independence found by volunteer in UK archives
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The newly discovered copy is one of only 11 of its kind in the world.

Noah Donohoe inquest adjourned until later in year after late-night sitting
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

The jury sat until 01:00 on Friday, but as they could not reach a unanimous verdict the inquest has been adjourned.

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.

Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they?
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed.

How do you handle World Cup drama? Take our quiz to find out
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Super fan or nervous wreck? Find your World Cup style with this test

From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.

'We give up to £400': How much should you gift 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.

Weekly quiz: Why did Catherine 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?

Why maternity leave for a mayor has divided Japan
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.

'World cup pubs boost' and 'Kate holds court'
Posted on Friday July 03, 2026

Late openings of pubs and Catherine appearing at Wimbledon lead Friday's front pages.

I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026

The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.



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