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News from the ABC Australia

Aussie's brilliant climb eclipsed as Pogačar continues Tour dominance
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

Australia's Luke Plapp briefly leads the gruelling 10.9km uphill slog at the Tour de France before becoming one of several challengers to be eclipsed by the prolific Tadej Pogačar.

This gate had been off limits for decades, then Israel seized an opportunity
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

When the Israel-Syria border was breached, heartwarming family reunions decades in the making ensued for a number of hours, on both sides of the fence. But the happiness was still tempered by fear over the conflict.

ACT government backs down on second budget measure
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

The ACT government scraps a plan to begin charging volunteers $11 to register for a Working with Vulnerable People card following backlash from community groups, the opposition and the crossbench.

Two heartbroken clubs and a rivalry like no other — the Phil Walsh Showdown, 10 years on
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

The tragic death of Crows coach Phil Walsh stunned the football world and united the two halves of Adelaide — two weeks later, Adelaide met Port Adelaide in a game like no other. On the 10th anniversary, Andrew McGarry looks back at Showdown 39.

Residents turn to history to understand flooding 'catastrophe'
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

The record-breaking floods that drenched the Mid North Coast of NSW in May are just the latest natural disaster to hit the region, with floods deeply woven into the fabric of the region's colonial and Indigenous past.

Tasmania's early election has arrived. Here's what you need to know
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

Polling booths are officially open for the Tasmanian state election, barely a year after they closed last time. Here is everything you need to know. 

Grape grower cuts out the chemicals to stand out in tight market
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

A Victorian wine producer has cut his chemical usage after growing grapes resistant to disease.

Housing shortage in paradise could close island's only preschool
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Limits on the number of homes on world-heritage-listed Lord Howe Island cause major staffing issues for the community's only preschool, which opened just last year but is struggling to keep its doors open.

When will we know the result of the Tasmanian election?
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

How long will it take to know the result of the Tasmanian election? A record number of early votes means it could take time before an outcome is clear.

The Queensland MPs facing an uncertain future as change looms
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

An electoral boundary review is hanging over the heads of the state's politicians and the redrawing can either end a career or make a once comfortably held seat a knife edge fight to retain, writes Jack McKay.

Going beneath the surface to protect dolphins
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Inside one of the world's only city-based dolphin sanctuary, the pod population has halved since becoming protected and experts fear some of their biggest challenges are ahead.

The 'Trump effect' could mean an alliance shift that excludes the US
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

When Canada and Australia experienced similar election results, the impact of the Trump effect became clearer, along with its potential to shift future alliances. 

Leishman shrugs off Open frustrations as nightmare round dooms Scott
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Marc Leishman and Adam Scott have contrasting fortunes at the British Open heading into the weekend as world number one Scottie Scheffler tops the leaderboard.

'No-one' overseeing key decisions, concedes Victoria's children's commissioner
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Victoria's children's commissioner has conceded "no-one" is overseeing key decisions of her office after revelations it failed to act on red flags raised about accused child abuser Joshua Brown.

Tszyu ready to 'prove to everyone exactly who I really am' in Fundora rematch
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Tim Tszyu tells ABC Sport he is focused "on the present" as he prepares to step back in the ring with Sebastian Fundora, who he lost his WBO super welterweight world title to last March.

'People elected him': Why Latham is likely to remain in NSW parliament
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

As calls grow for parliament to take action against Mark Latham, University of Sydney professor of constitutional law Anne Twomey says there are limits on what parliament could do, even if the allegations are proven.

New South Korea president faces balancing act on gender equality
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

South Korea's new government faces pressure from both sides: young women demanding systemic reform, and disaffected young men resentful over perceived "reverse discrimination," expressing growing resentment over issues like military service and job insecurity.

Lions vs Wallabies: How to watch, when is kick-off and who is playing?
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Twelve years of anticipation will end on Saturday night when the Wallabies and British and Irish Lions face off in the first of three Test matches. Here is what you need to know about the first Test between the Wallabies and the British and Irish Lions.

PM says he has raised 'indefensible' actions in Gaza with Israel directly
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese describes recent actions in Gaza as "completely indefensible" and says he told Israeli President Isaac Herzog directly that Israel was losing support by its own actions.

Anthony Albanese isn't doing diplomacy with China by halves
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

The visit was a textbook case of China trying to portray itself as the steady and calm adult in the global room.



News from the BBC World Service

Boy, 10, dead as nine in hospital after coach crash
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

The coach was carrying pupils from Minehead Middle School where people have been laying flowers.

Amber warning as thunderstorms set to bring flash floods
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Saturday could see 20-40mm of rainfall within an hour over London and south-east England.

Three killed in explosion at Los Angeles police training facility
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Federal agents are investigating, but authorities describe it as "an isolated incident" with no further threat to the public.

Man accused of airport assault 'didn't know' he hit female PCs
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Mohammed Amaaz tells jurors he was acting in self-defence when he struck out at three officers.

US tech firm investigating after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

Big screen footage of two people appearing to embrace went viral after reports they were colleagues and married to other people.

Royal swan count sees numbers on Thames resurface after dip
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

The traditional "swan upping" search finds more positive news about swans on the Thames this year.

El Salvador and US negotiate prisoner swap with Venezuela
Posted on Saturday July 19, 2025

Some 250 Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador were exchanged for 10 Americans held by Caracas.

More than 30 poisoned after suspected fake Botox
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Health security body UKSHA urges vigilance after 38 cases of botulism recorded in the east and north-east of England.

UK's asylum hotel bill down 30%, government says
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

The Home Office's annual accounts show £2.1bn was spent on hotel accommodation in the year to March 2025.

Dog who helped police Queen's funeral dies after car crash
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

PD Bert, who once sniffed out £250,000 in criminal money, died in a crash on Thursday.

Kill Russian soldiers, win points: Is Ukraine's new drone scheme gamifying war?
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

The scheme allows Ukrainian troops to trade videos of confirmed kills on the battlefield for prizes.

Why 2025 is a scarily good year for horror movies
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Horror movies are storming the box office this year - what is getting us through the doors of cinemas to watch them?

Germany's Merz tells BBC Europe was free-riding on US
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Merz was visiting the UK to boost defence ties with Germany, as part of a historic friendship treaty.

Weekly quiz: Why is Kew Garden's Palm House closing?
Posted on Thursday July 17, 2025

How much attention did you pay to what's being going on in the world over the past seven days?

'There were bodies everywhere': Druze residents describe 'bloodbath' in Syrian city Suweida
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

One woman tells the BBC she cowered in her home waiting for gunmen to enter and "decide whether we should live or die".

What is Trump's vein condition and how serious is it?
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

The US president has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, according to the White House.

Unique 1.5m year-old ice to be melted to unlock mystery
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

BBC News went inside -23C freezers to see the ice that could "revolutionise" our knowledge of climate change.

Serious pollution incidents by water companies up 60%
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Last year saw record levels of pollution incidents in England, such as the release of untreated sewage, the Environment Agency says.

Lawyers for nurse in trans case criticise 'irresponsible' health board
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

Scotland's information commissioner says he is considering reporting NHS Fife to the Court of Session over its statement.

Court orders former Brazilian president Bolsonaro to wear ankle tag
Posted on Friday July 18, 2025

A court in Brazil also bars the ex-president from using social media and put him under 24-hour surveillance.



Warnings ::
With the extension of the lockdown until Sunday, August 8, Moreton Police would like to urge residents not to become complacent and to adhere to the restrictions.

If you are heading out and know you are not complying, then ask yourself these two questions:

“Can I afford a $1,378 fine right now?” And more importantly, “Am I willing to put other people and my family/ friends at risk of what could be a life threatening illness for them?”

Please stay home, help save lives and don’t abuse the restrictions – they are there for a reason.

If you need to familiarise yourself with the restrictions again, you can find the Chief Health Officers directions here. http://health.qld.gov.au

Covid-19 jabs are available across Queensland at QLD Health vaccine clinics, Commonwealth jab hubs, GPs, and pharmacies.

You can find a full list here https://www.couriermail.com.au/coronavirus/interactive-search-where-to-get-covid-vaccine-in-queensland/news-story/ce381b8c62ee5f0d191eb75d1aedf01c

For a QLD Health clinic, you must register and book online at https://www.vaccinebookings.health.qld.gov.au

For GPs and Commonwealth jab hubs, look for an appointment near you using the government’s Eligibility Checker website, http://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au

You can also give your usual GP a call to see if they are providing jabs.

If you feel you need more information about the jab, or are under 40 and looking to get the AstraZeneca vaccine, speaking to a GP is the most sensible option.

For pharmacies, use the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Find a Pharmacy tool to find one near you.

This may be your go to jab spot if you are in a rural or regional area. http://findapharmacy.com.au





   

 



   

 




  

 
 
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