News from the ABC Australia
Soaring fuel prices force commute changes, as food becomes 'a privilege' for some Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
A growing number of Australians are factoring rising fuel costs into a tightening budget, including seeking cheaper alternative transport, with one charity warning the flow on effects of the crisis are causing household stress for many families.
After initial backlash, how do locals feel about the 'Blue Blob' now? Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Cast in Blue has been the subject of criticism, ridicule and even vandalism over the past 10 months, but Mount Gambier's community has begun to embrace it.
For 20 years, this group has used food to connect people living alone Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
At a community house just outside of Brisbane, people living alone come together and turn donated food into gourmet meals.
How one of Sydney's sickest waterways is being nursed back to health Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Scurrying about the banks of Sydney's Cooks River, an army of volunteers known as the 'mudcrabs' is working to bring one of the nation's most toxic waterways back to life.
Aerial photographer's hunt for 'Easter eggs' yields stunning images Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Scott McCook spends his spare time photographing the salt lakes of WA's Wheatbelt, which look uncannily like giant eggs when viewed from the air.Â
Live: US and Iran race to find missing pilot as Trump threatens 'Hell' if deal not reached Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Donald Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make a deal before "all Hell will reign down on them", as the US and Iran race to find a missing American pilot. Follow live.Â
How walkable is your town? Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
The humble footpath could be the answer to being more active, with new research showing regional Australians living in "walkable towns" travelled 75 minutes more on foot each week.
Whole villages in Sumatra erased overnight — and still living in the wreckage Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Months after floods killed more than a thousand people across Sumatra, residents are still digging their way out of the wreckage. While survivors are eager to rebuild, many just can’t shake the fear that the next catastrophe is just around the corner.
Children as young as 12 recruited to join Iran war Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Kids as young as 12 are being given guns in Iran, as Donald Trump threatens a ground invasion. Here's what people in Iran are feeling.Â
'My kneecap was halfway up my thigh': How Sam came back from the brink Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
A career-threatening knee injury denied swimmer Sam Williamson the chance to defend his world title. Now he's back and looking to replicate the form that took him to the top of the world, by earning a place at the Commonwealth Games.
Stagflation is already happening, a leading economist warns Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
With stagflation risks rising, what lessons could the treasurer learn from the past?
'Doesn't make any sense': Young Aussies can't justify fuel costs to get to work Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Young people are taking extraordinary steps to deal with the fuel crisis, including cutting back on work because the cost of fuel to get there is now higher than the money they will earn for the shift.
Police look for missing cocaine after ocean 'drop off' during 'bizarre' journey Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Setting off from Panama just before Christmas, police say the MV Raider started its journey towards Sydney with almost six tonnes of cocaine aboard worth nearly $2 billion.
Thom Yorke's solo tour was one of a kind. This Aussie film captured it Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
The award-winning Australian team behind a new concert film of the Radiohead frontman's debut solo tour discusses how it happened and why it matters.
How Lisa Millar 'nearly dislocated' her shoulder at a QLD citrus festival Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
The big cities may have their Easter shows and Ekkas, but Lisa Millar was reminded why nothing beats the small-town festival while filming the latest episode of Back Roads in Gayndah.
I don't have all day to watch you struggle at an internet quiz Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
It's painfully obvious you're going to fail this quiz, so let's get it over with and return to our Sunday mornings, shall we?Â
Queen at 100 is honoured in fashion exhibition as Andrew scandal bites Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Within palace walls the Queen was a godlike figure. As her glorious fashion goes on display to commemorate what would have been her 100th birthday, how would she have responded to the Andrew crisis if alive today?
The 'enshitification' of the system has left Australia's unis at a crossroad Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
A generation ago studying in Australia opened doors. Today rising costs and falling satisfaction are making international students think twice, and locals feel sidelined.
Trash or treasure? Albanese's big gamble Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
Labor's landslide re-election brought renewed hope of reform, but in the past 12 months many anti-gambling advocates only became further disillusioned.
Man trying to board international flight charged with murder Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026
A 67-year-old man has been charged with murder after the body of a woman who had been missing since Thursday was discovered south-west of Melbourne.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Storm Dave to 'deepen' as amber wind warning sets in for parts of UK Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Yellow wind warnings cover parts of all four UK nations, with the storm set to sweep eastward overnight. Fourth suspect arrested over Jewish charity ambulance arson attack Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Three men charged following the attack appeared at court this morning, and have since been remanded in custody. Artemis II crew now halfway to Moon as they take 'spectacular' image of Earth Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The snap was taken aboard the Orion capsule by its commander, Reid Wiseman, as the crew head towards the Moon. Archbishop to pray for Middle East peace in first Easter sermon Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Dame Sarah Mullally will call for an 'end to the violence and destruction' before a congregation in Canterbury. German men under 45 may need military approval for long stays abroad Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Under the law, travel approvals must generally be granted and it remains unclear how the rule would be enforced if breached. Bus or Lime bike? New subscription heats up the race for a cheaper commute Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 How we travel to work in cities might be changing as e-scooter and e-bike fares become cheaper than traditional public transport. State pension age starts rising to 67 - here's how much you get and when Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The age at which people can start receiving the state pension is going up in stages over the next two years. What not to say to a friend who is struggling to conceive Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 People struggling to conceive say friends and family often make well-meaning but insensitive comments about their infertility. Lawn mowing and power washing: Why millions are playing cathartic video games Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 It's been nominated for two Bafta Games Awards - but why have mundane job games like PowerWash Simulator 2 become so popular? After 16 years in power, could Viktor Orban finally be unseated? Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Hungary is going to the polls in nine days - after 16 years in power, can Viktor Orban be unseated? Search for missing airman presents serious test for US Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran. UN watchdog voices 'deep concern' as Iran reports new attacks on nuclear plant Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The International Atomic Energy Agency urges restraint to avoid a nuclear accident at Iran's Bushehr plant. Rescue team in Iran face 'harrowing and dangerous' search for US crew member Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 A former US marine tells the BBC the priority of any recovery team would be to look for signs of life. What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The pilot of the downed jet has been safely rescued, but a search and rescue operation is still under way for the jet's second crew member, US media reports. US says it has arrested relatives of late Iranian ​general Qasem ​Soleimani Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 The niece and grand-niece of Qasem Soleimani are in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials said. Two arrested after boy killed and two hurt in crash Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Police say a vehicle collided with three teenagers, two riding a bike and another on a scooter. Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 A Russian drone hit a busy spot in the southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, injuring another 21 people. World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Cameroon's President Paul Biya, 93, won his eighth successive term last year in a disputed election. Teachers' union warns of 'masculinity crisis brewing' in schools Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 NASUWT's leader said there is a "ticking time bomb" if male pupils cannot be helped with misogyny. Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested in Amalfi Coast luxury villa Posted on Saturday April 04, 2026 Roberto Mazzarella has been on the run for more than a year and was living under a false name, police say.
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