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News from the ABC Australia

Winter Olympics 2026 quick guide: What to watch
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Find out what's on at the Winter Olympics in Milan.

Police investigate teen stabbing at Geelong shopping mall
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

A 17-year-old boy has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a suspected stabbing at the Market Square shopping centre in Geelong. 

Malinauskas criticised over aged care workforce comments
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

South Australia's Premier Peter Malinauskas has been criticised across the political divide for comments he made asking One Nation voters "who's going to feed you and bathe you and wipe your bum when you're 90", but a government spokesperson says the comments have been mischaracterised.

'Religious leader' allegedly controlled lives of youth group, court told
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

An alleged religious leader accused of "controlling every aspect" of the lives of a Venezuelan youth group has been granted release on strict home detention conditions by a South Australian court.

Salmon farm antibiotics found in native species
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

An antibiotic used by the Tasmanian salmon farming industry is detected in native species more than 10km away from the closest fish operation using it.

Long-awaited bus plan fails to reveal construction timeline or routes
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

After about a year of delays, the Tasmanian government has released its strategic business case for the Greater Hobart Rapid Bus Network, but a lot of the detail has not been included.

Racehorse owner disqualified after gelding found dead in paddock
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Registered owner and stablehand Brian Carey is disqualified after being found guilty by Racing NSW of failing to ensure his racehorse, City Limits, had sufficient food and water. 

'Don't scream': Court hears statement murder victim made after earlier burglary
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

A statement made by murdered woman Irma Palasics after a burglary at her home a year prior is read to the ACT Supreme Court.

Child care provider fined $35k after neurodivergent boy wanders off
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

One of Australia's biggest providers of before and after school care is fined after a five-year-old neurodivergent child escapes supervision unnoticed.

Skimo is coming, here's what you need to know
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Skimo, or ski mountaineering, is coming to the 2026 Winter Olympics. But what is the sport and why is it so exciting?

Visual clues show the US could be getting closer to attacking Iran
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

The steady flow of military assets moving towards Europe and the Middle East appears to be a warning that the US could be ready to attack Iran.

How vegetable scraps could soon help power Queensland homes
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

A new $291 million project set to turn farm scraps to energy has begun construction in Queensland's Scenic Rim. 

Hanson plays into meme status, Taylor goes on tour
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

This week, the new opposition leader revealed his shadow cabinet while Pauline Hanson spun through a cycle she knows well. 

Young victims face meth-fuelled driver who struck them outside Canberra school
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Tayler Hazell is facing his victims in a sentencing hearing in the ACT Supreme Court. He struck two students in Canberra in a stolen car while high on drugs.

WA aged care residents to get free RSV vaccine after worst ever flu season
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

After a horror flu season last year, free RSV vaccinations are being rolled out for the first time for older Western Australians living in residential aged care.

Extremist material allegedly found on man's phone after vehicle stop
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

A 31-year-old has been arrested a second time after police stopped and searched a vehicle in Yagoona and seized three mobile phones allegedly storing violent extremist material.

Hate laws put free speech at risk, constitutional expert tells inquiry
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

An influx of federal and state laws trying to curb hateful rhetoric after a wave of antisemitic attacks are risking free speech and could anger the public, a constitutional law expert warns.

For salty South Australians, motorsport revenge is oh so sweet
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

The last Grand Prix in Adelaide was held in 1995 before its move across the border to Victoria. Now, Adelaide has poached the MotoGP — but will it be enough to appease resentful SA Formula One fans?

'Ten hours of hell': Rugby fans' fury amid World Cup ticket crashes
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Rugby fans from around the world are furious after failing to get tickets to the 2027 Men's World Cup due technical glitches and website crashes.

Anglican diocese green-lit to sell churches across north Queensland
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

A successful Supreme Court application will allow the church to sell assets to help fund its commitments to victims of historical child abuse.



News from the BBC World Service

PM says 'nobody is above the law' over Andrew allegations
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Police are currently considering allegations against Andrew, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing.

British couple jailed by Iran for 10 years, family says
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 and have allegedly been held in "dire" conditions.

Tech firms will have 48 hours to remove abusive images under new law
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

The government is proposing that intimate image abuse should be treated more severely.

Major special education support shake-up risks political backlash
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Leaks suggest plans for a complete redesign of special educational needs and disabilities support in schools.

Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal
Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026

The president's comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK's Chagos deal.

Child poverty figures in the UK expected to be revised down
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Official figures going back to 2018 are set to take billions in under-reported benefits income into account.

White House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.

Why there's no quick fix in sight for the problem of dazzling headlights
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Road users say headlight glare is an issue - but experts warn a solution might not be straightforward.

Mystery origins of 'smiling' fossil revealed
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

The unusual looking fossil is estimated to be a few hundred million years old dating to the Carboniferous period.

Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza despite its heavy losses fighting Israel
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Gazans say Hamas is again extending its control over security, tax revenue and government services.

The guide to Thursday's action - with GB hoping for semi-final places in curling
Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026

What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

GB curlers emerge from epic day with medal hopes revived
Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026

Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes in both the men's and women's events are somehow still alive after a day of epic drama in Cortina.

'For Dad, who didn't get to see this' - Shiffrin wins gold
Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026

American star Mikaela Shiffrin cements her status as the greatest alpine skier of all time as she wins Olympic slalom gold in emphatic fashion.

Italian phenomenon Arianna Fontana wins 14th Olympic speed skating medal
Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026

A lot can change in sport over two decades - but not Arianna Fontana's ability to collect Olympic medals.

Cornish village expected to be confirmed to have had 50 days of rain
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

The exceptionally wet start to 2026 is expected to see the Cornish village of Cardinham confirmed as recording 50 continuous days of rain as Matt Taylor explains.

The Papers: 'Trump pulls support for Chagos' and 'Britain faces '1936 moment''
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Donald Trump's reversal on the Chagos Islands deal leads some of the papers today, while Sir Keir Starmer is called to increase military spending.

Musk cuts Starlink access for Russian forces - giving Ukraine an edge at the front
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Ukrainian troops say Russian forces are suffering setbacks without access to Elon Musk's system.

Australian presenter apologises for drinking before slurred Olympics report
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

Danika Mason also blamed the cold, after talking about coffee and iguanas in her live cross.

Yes there is a right way to stack the dishwasher. Here are the 5 rules
Posted on Thursday February 19, 2026

BBC One's Inside the Factory attempted to settle the heated debate in many households.

Vinicius: Eight years at Real Madrid, 20 cases of alleged racist abuse
Posted on Wednesday February 18, 2026

Spanish football expert Guillem Balague details how Vincius Jr has become a global symbol of resistance against discrimination.



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