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News from the ABC Australia

Cowboys back in the saddle as Alice Springs Rodeo returns
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

More than 2,000 people packed into the Alice Springs Rodeo as the event returned after a year-long hiatus, with three competitors taken to hospital and Territory cowboy Sam Webb riding away with $3,000.

Kangaroos survive Blues scare to keep AFLW record alive
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Carlton threatens to end North Melbourne's record-breaking winning run, only for the defending premiers to hold firm when it matters most.

Screen time to be capped for NSW students to improve results
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Students in NSW public schools will be limited to as little as 15 minutes of screen time per day, under guidelines announced by the state government. 

71yo motorcyclist dies after hitting pothole on highway
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

A 71-year-old Ballarat man has died after his motorcycle hit a pothole on the Western Highway in Victoria's south-west.

'Can't get boy's face out of my head': Witness retells Sydney carjacking
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

A terrifying pursuit and alleged carjacking involving a man and two children unfolded in Sydney's south-west on Saturday afternoon.

Broncos, Titans win to wrap up NRLW regular season
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The Broncos thrash the Warriors to hit peak form before the finals, while the high-flying Titans beat the Knights in the concluding round of the minor premiership. 

Funding for prostate cancer charity redirected to McGrath Foundation
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

A prostate cancer charity is warning that specialist care could suffer when Commonwealth funding for nurses shifts to the McGrath Foundation next year.

New social rental apartment building in Perth CBD underway
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The building will include 174 one- and two-bedroom rentals, 139 of which will be used for affordable housing, with the rest for social housing, according to the government. 

Six dead, 130 missing as passenger ship hits bad weather
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Communication was lost with an Indonesian passenger ship carrying more than 240 people in the Java Sea. Rescuers say 113 have been evacuated

Cleary plays hero and villain in NRL finals thriller
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Nathan Cleary broke the deadlock in Penrith's semi-final win over the Roosters but could be facing a suspension after being put on report for dangerous contact.

NT Labor celebrating win, but there's still much trust to earn back
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Yiwarr McGrath's victory in the remote Mulka by-election has given Northern Territory Labor something to celebrate — but the party is aware it still has an uphill battle ahead. 

Netball team's emotion-filled win after player killed in car crash
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

An A-grade netball team in Victoria's Wimmera region has won a high-emotion grand final after one of its most talented young players died in a car crash this week.

Some migrants are open to One Nation if it passes an important test
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Some culturally diverse voters might understand her stance on immigration, but want Pauline Hanson to clarify her position on migrants before they support her party. 

WorkSafe investigates shovel fire at Kalgoorlie Super Pit
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

WorkSafe WA is investigating a workplace incident at one of Australia's biggest gold mines, where the operator of a heavy-duty $18 million mining shovel escaped a fire that engulfed the driver's cab.   

How Bryce Dessner juggles orchestral concertos with indie rock stardom
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

He has worked with Taylor Swift, Paul Simon and Philip Glass, and this month, The National guitarist and composer teams with the Sydney Symphony. 

I'm ready to be Swans captain, says Gulden
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Sydney star Errol Gulden throws his hat in the ring to be the stand-in captain in the absence of the injured Callum Mills as the Swans prepare for a prelim final. 

'You've got to be loyal, good times and bad': Crows fans commiserate loss
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Crows fans were flying high before their grand final dreams were smashed by the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba with a 53-point feat on Saturday night.

SA records first bird flu case in sea lion
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The sea lion was found at the iconic Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island.

Violent extremist videos found on Melbourne man's phone, court hears
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

A Melbourne man has faced court charged with possessing violent extremist material, with the court hearing allegations his seized phone contained violent content including videos of beheadings. 

'Stunned': Emotional PM defends mum against Pauline Hanson remarks
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Anthony Albanese has fiercely defended his late mother against criticism by Pauline Hanson, who has been called on to apologise for her remarks.



News from the BBC World Service

AI staff 'genuinely frightened' for humanity's future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

It comes as the AI firm's boss has called for the technology's development to be slowed down, citing "serious" risks.

Reform's £72m donations 'entirely in line with law', Jenrick says
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The government is trying to change the law on donations to UK political parties from British expats.

'Slim chance' government will hit 1.5m new homes target, Rayner tells BBC
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

High construction costs and the Iran war are threatening the key manifesto pledge, the housing secretary says.

Will the Thirlwall report change the debate about Lucy Letby?
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The inquiry into the former nurse is expected to find failures by her hospital to ensure patient safety.

Europe must endure winter of hardship to keep pressure on Putin, says PM's security adviser
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

In rare public remarks, Jonathan Powell said now was not the time for European nations to take their "foot off the gas".

Flattened molars and facial pain: Why are more young people grinding their teeth?
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Millions of us do it, though few of us realise we do - but getting the right treatment can be life-changing.

Diljit Dosanjh makes history under the famous Wembley arch
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Wembley Stadium billed Diljit Dosanjh as the first Punjabi singer to headline the iconic music venue.

Tom Felton: I'm so excited to see Rupert Grint play Ron Weasley again
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The Harry Potter actor talks about taking on Broadway and his friendship with former co-stars

'Queer culture is vulnerable': Drag Race co-creator fears impact as BBC axes show
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The BBC is cutting the show because of financial pressures, sparking discussion about LGBTQ+ representation on TV.

Best friends for decades - until a DNA test revealed they were sisters
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Meena Geltink and Minal Tijssen were adopted from orphanages in Mumbai in the 1980s and grew up in the Netherlands.

They lost their jobs after posting about Charlie Kirk, but some have no regrets
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Some people fired in the wake of Kirk's assassination have won big settlements from employers, others have had to start over from scratch.

Student loan terms to be made clearer in England following repayment row
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Changes will spell out that governments can change rules and that career choices affect repayments.

From struggling to walk to lifting trophy - how Rybakina triumphed
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Elena Rybakina arrived in New York unable to walk without pain after injuring her foot. She leaves the city as the US Open champion and new world number one.

Man charged with concealing identity at protest
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Anti-migrant demonstrators marched in Portsmouth on Saturday, and a counter-protest was also held.

Iran war reshapes Brics ties but also exposes divisions
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

Brics members agree they need a new global order but it's harder to answer what should replace it and how to get there.

Major fire at derelict mill featured in Peaky Blinders and Downton Abbey
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

The mill, where Peaky Blinders was filmed, is already derelict after large fire in 2022.

Dramatic insider warnings over AI fall flat with some in Silicon Valley
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

A recent spate of stark warnings about the dangers of AI has been met with scepticism by executives and investors.

Five night sky events to look out for this autumn
Posted on Sunday September 13, 2026

From meteor showers to a November supermoon, there are a number of impressive sights to behold in the autumn night sky.

My new job as a tour guide turned out to be fake
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Ella was given the role after going to a job fair, but the group's "head office" is an empty property and claims on its website are false.

Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.



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