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News from the ABC Australia

'Sliding doors': The choices that could have saved a young man's life
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

A 20-year-old tradie went to watch friends play country football. He never made it home. His mother is still looking for answers.

History made as Tasmanian red wins top gong at prestigious wine show
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

The winner of the prestigious Sydney Royal Wine Show is a red with an unusual origin.

Tasmania warned of 'stress, burnout' as justice staff wellbeing service axed
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

Budget pressures are being blamed for the axing of a wellbeing service for Tasmania's justice department employees, with opponents denouncing the move, which they say will lead to high staff turnover and psychological injury.  

Inquiry into criminalising abuse that can 'make your life hell' hears from just one survivor
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

The Sydney mother says there are so many ways coercive control can "make your life hell" that it cannot be understood through one experience.

Argentina star hit with one of the biggest bans in World Cup history
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

Argentina's Leandro Paredes is banned from playing for his country for 10 games after striking Spanish opponents after the final whistle in the World Cup final. 

When hundreds of animals die from bird flu, what happens next?
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

Despite their scale, we know surprisingly little about mass mortality events — from bird flu and other triggers — and their longer-term ecological consequences.

Our backyards are a free supermarket of bush tucker superfoods
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Seasonal edible fruits and berries surround us, so we need to learn how to cook these rich superfoods found in our backyard.

Wildcard woes: Why the Crows are walking a tightrope
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

If Adelaide beats GWS on Saturday night, it could still face the precarious possibility of being both the first minor premier in the AFL to exit in straight sets and the first ever side to lose a wildcard final.

NSW baby makes history after breakthrough epilepsy treatment
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A baby from the NSW Central Coast has made medical history, becoming the first person in the world to receive a precision medicine treatment for a rare and devastating form of epilepsy.

'Sad and disappointed' Sinner to miss first Grand Slam in seven years
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Jannik Sinner announces he will miss the US Open due to an ongoing knee concern.

The world of model railways and the folk who build them
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

With 50 model railway layouts on display, the upcoming Goulburn Model Expo is something railroaders look forward to, especially for those who focus on what lies either side of the train tracks rather than what's on them. 

Can the Liberals topple Victoria's government at the state election?
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Victorian state election is less than 100 days away. With One Nation's popularity riding high, how might the Coalition wrest power from Labor?

Victorian premier vows to open 10 free dental clinics
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Ben Carroll vows to create seven free walk-in dental clinics in metropolitan Melbourne and three in regional Victoria if he wins the November election. 

CFMEU inquiry lays bare alleged link between bikie gangs and construction sites
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The latest block of hearings into the Queensland branch of the CFMEU focused on the Comanchero motorcycle gang's alleged attempts to muscle its way into the state's construction sector.

Guilt and isolation: Genocide survivors on adjusting to life in Australia
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Rohingya, a Muslim ethnic group, have lived in mainly Buddhist Myanmar for centuries, where they have suffered killings, forced evictions and other atrocities.

Residents gear up to keep McDonald's out of 'slow' town
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Advocates for Goolwa's eateries and heritage attractions say the site of a former automotive repair business has been targeted for the town's first fast-food outlet. 

Russell claims pole for Dutch F1 sprint as Piastri set to start fourth
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

George Russell jokes about feeling lighter now he's no longer carrying around an engagement ring as he claimed pole for the Dutch sprint race.

Winter nears its end as temperatures begin to warm across Sunshine State
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The change of season is near, with above-average temperatures offering those across Queensland a chance to abandon their winter woollies for yet another year.

A year on from Dezi Freeman shootings, Porepunkah moves forward
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Businesses say the region has "almost fully recovered" after lockdowns affected tourism following the Dezi Freeman police shootings in the Victorian High Country town, but, as the community moves forward, the incident is by no means forgotten.

Why these people believe in 'freak' Tadej Pogačar's victories
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

As Tadej Pogačar continues to mop up cycling's biggest accolades and most controversial record, one former doper believes he has found the answer to his success: he is just a "freak". 



News from the BBC World Service

Girl, 6, dies days after Shoreham sea tragedy killed three family members
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

Saja El-Khawas is the fourth person to die after her family got into difficulty in water off West Sussex.

Prince Harry and six others face privacy case legal bill of up to £34.5m
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The seven claimants, who include Sir Elton John and Liz Hurley, have to pay the Daily Mail publisher an initial £9.54m in the next seven days after losing a privacy case.

Russian double-tap drone strike kills 15 in Ukrainian mall, officials say
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

At least 130 people, including 23 children, were also injured when the shopping centre was hit, according to the regional head.

Meghan in talks for role in Netflix series The Gentlemen, BBC understands
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

This would be Meghan's first significant acting role since her marriage to Prince Harry.

Watch: How 'strongest' El Niño could affect weather around the world
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The powerful natural climate phenomenon, that is developing over the Pacific Ocean, is likely to be the strongest in living memory, the Met Office has warned.

Under-fives and pregnant women told to avoid runny eggs when eating out over salmonella risk
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The advice also applies to the over-65s and others with underlying medical conditions amid salmonella outbreak.

Supreme Court temporarily unfreezes Trump ballroom construction
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

The temporary order will allow the $400m (£297m) project to continue while the high court mulls a final decision on the case.

Murder investigation after wildfire uncovers body in park
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A post-mortem examination revealed the remains belonged to a woman aged between 25 and 45.

TikTok to pay $400m to US in one of largest child privacy settlements
Posted on Saturday August 22, 2026

The deal stems from a 2024 lawsuit alleging TikTok and its parent company ByteDance collected "vast amounts of data" on millions of users under the age of 13.

Watch: UK marks first national day for victims and survivors of terrorism
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Survivors of terror attacks gathered today at the first annual National day for Victims and Survivors of terrorism.

Ofcom investigating Sky News over Farage harassment claims
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Reform UK leader has accused Sky News of sending reporters to a house where his adult daughter lives.

How Israel is expanding settlements in drive to reshape West Bank
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

There has been a significant expansion of building and road construction on Palestinian land occupied by Israel in recent years.

Steve Rosenberg: Shortage of petrol but not patriotism as Russians feel growing impact of war
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Drivers are waiting hours in fuel queues, as Moscow prepares to celebrate Russian Flag Day.

Wellness habits you can start now - at no (or little) cost
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Living a healthy life doesn't have to just be about pricey studio classes and luxury retreats.

A split in the spectrum? The ongoing battle to define autism
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

There is a continuing row over whether it matters if such a broad spectrum of people are defined as having autism

Priyanka Chopra Jonas on making a film about love and caste inequality
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has executive produced The Cycle of Love, based on an Indian artist who cycled from India to Europe to reunite with his wife.

Millennials have found it hard to buy homes – but things may be turning a corner
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Twenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be improving.

Will Harry's return heal deep-rooted rift with William?
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Prince of Wales remains in no mood to forgive and forget. The hurt he feels lingers.

Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat.

One killed in sword attack at Swedish school
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Officials say another three people were injured, and an 18-year-old male suspect shot and arrested.



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