News from the ABC Australia
Australian 'ISIS brides' leave camp in Syria months after failed attempt Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A group of Australian families with ties to former Islamic State fighters, who have been stranded in a Syrian refugee camp, have begun another attempt to travel home to Australia.
Former high-profile NT doctor to stand trial on rape, gross indecency charges Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A former high-profile Northern Territory doctor charged with multiple sexual offences, including rape, has been committed to stand trial later this year.
How far would you go for a vanilla slice? Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A family has spent the last ten months cleaning litter along a 43-kilometre stretch of highway on WA's south coast. Today they finally reached their destination — a country bakery where they enjoyed their just desserts.
Ruthless Demons notch big win as Richmond's winless season continues Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Melbourne eases to a 54-point over Richmond at the MCG, as the hapless Tigers remain the competition's only side without a win in 2026. Follow live.
Woman chooses to go blind in one eye after delays in care Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
A 47-year-old woman receiving care at a public eye clinic in South Australia says her experience has been so poor she is choosing to go blind in one eye.
AI traffic fines set to net $440m in driver fines across Perth and WA Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The cameras have handed out around 184,000 infringements since they started issuing fines in October last year, according to the WA government.
Blues star says Women's Origin timing 'not ideal' after six-month lay-off Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Kezie Apps is one of a number of Origin stars who will play her first match in a matter of months when she represents the Blues, and she doesn't believe the lay-off is the best preparation.
'Not what the community wanted': Big Splash lease spared despite backlash Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
ACT planning authorities have decided they will not follow through with a threat to terminate the lease of Big Splash water park, saying they are now satisfied the operators have made moves to reopen later this year.
Norway and Türkiye follow Australia with teen social media bans Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Several European nations seek to rein in children's use of social media after Australia introduced its ban last December.
Oyster growers enduring 'death by a thousand cuts' after being closed again Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Oyster growing areas on the Yorke Peninsula are ordered to close due to the detection of a toxic phytoplankton for the second time this year.
Bail denied for woman accused of repeatedly trying to kill ex-partner Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The accused's lawyers applied for her release on bail last year on the basis that she had "dental and medical issues" that could not be managed in prison.
The consequences of India's push to get more women in parliament Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
India's government proposed a plan to get more women into parliament but it came with one major condition.
Broncos score two NRL Try of the Year contenders in win over Bulldogs Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Injury-hit Brisbane stands tall at a wet and wild Lang Park, scoring two remarkable tries in a 32-12 defeat of Canterbury-Bankstown.
Man, 72, charged with decade-old murder of football great's brother Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Victoria Police charge a Colac man with murder as part of its investigation into the 2012 suspicious disappearance of St Kilda football champion Barry Breen's brother, Brendan Breen.
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Petrol stations fined for mismatched pricing, misleading consumers Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
NSW Fair Trading issues more than 200 fines to petrol stations found to have breached pricing rules. Meanwhile, motorists celebrate a drop in prices as the premier weighs future fuel security measures.
Councillor convicted of drink driving still able to attend Anzac Day parade Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Berri Barmera Councillor Ian Schlein will hand in his licence several days after a regional court convicted him of drink driving, to allow him to attend an Anzac Day parade.
Why the gas tax momentum is building to stop selling Australia short Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Gas giants are breathing a sigh of relief after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ruled out a 25 per cent tax on exports in next month's budget. But for how long will the federal government resist something that one leading expert says is in our "national interest"?
ICAC investigating senior SA police officer for alleged misconduct Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
The state's anti-corruption agency says the officer, who cannot be named, is under investigation to determine whether they "committed a breach of discipline contrary to the SA Police Code of Conduct".Â
Woodside tells inquiry no projects 'would survive' with additional tax Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Oil and gas giant Woodside denies its business model is "weak" while arguing that paying a proposed flat tax on gas exports would kill the company's projects.
'Homophobia has no place': AFL boss rejects ruling on slurs in sport Posted on Friday April 24, 2026
Both the AFL and the AFL Players' Association hit back at suggestions from the appeals board that slurs are commonplace among players in the sport.
News from the BBC World Service
No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war. Epstein housed victims in London flats after Met chose not to investigate him, BBC reveals Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The revelations intensify concerns about repeated police decisions not to investigate 2015 trafficking claims. Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels Russian discontent Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact. Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements. Running marathons for our girls has made us closer, say dads of Southport victims Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe run the London Marathon together in memory of Alice and Elsie. Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The Israeli prime minister says he is "in excellent physical condition" after having a malignant tumour removed. The assisted dying bill has failed - but the debate isn't over Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law. Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage' Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night. Four people in court over Jewish ambulance arson Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Three men and a teenage boy appear at the Old Bailey over a fire that destroyed charity ambulances. Insider emails and credit card bills expose crisis under ex-CEO of UK’s largest Pride event Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Christopher Joell-Deshields was fired from Pride in London following an investigation into his conduct. Watch: 'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet. Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war. Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces. Watch: Powerful tornadoes barrel through northern Oklahoma Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 There was significant damage in Enid, a city of about 50,000 people, according to local reports. Falklands is a pressure point for the UK – and the US knows it Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes. How Lineker and Neville became rival media moguls Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 BBC sports editor Dan Roan examines how Gary Lineker and Gary Neville became two of the biggest players in a rapidly changing media industry. We paid our builder £44k - then he had us arrested Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Victims tell how Steve Figg left their homes – and relationships – on the verge of collapse. Weekly quiz: What did Madonna lose at Coachella? Posted on Thursday April 23, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape. Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do? Posted on Friday April 24, 2026 Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.
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