News from the ABC Australia
British adventurer reunites with mum after 28-year round-the-world walk Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Karl Bushby arrives back at his childhood home in England after walking around the world.
Cyberattack on fridges hits supermarkets across Europe Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Multiple supermarket chains have reported an IT incident that spiked fridge and freezer temperatures overnight, with one company claiming it was a cyberattack.
Wild storms dump hail on south-east Queensland Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
A series of storms have dumped hail on communities across the south-east through Monday afternoon and evening.
Lack of supervision, failure to take precautions ruled key to toddler's death Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
A Darwin childcare centre and its supervisor have been convicted and fined over the death of 22-month-old Ebony Thompson, who died three years ago after becoming trapped in a fence.
More than 400 jobs to be affected under Mater Pathology changes Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
More than 100 positions will be lost in the next two months as Mater hospitals transition to a new pathology service model.
One-year-old dies in house fire south of Perth Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
The child was found dead after the fire at a home in Collie, in WA's South West, on Sunday afternoon.
Cats' rise well overdue as AFLW finals loom Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Geelong has been one of the stories of the AFLW season in storming to a top-two finish and co-captain Nina Morrison believes it is well overdue.
Woman feared for life during indecent assault in Geraldton Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
A 29-year-old woman says she was "absolutely terrified" when she was attacked early on Sunday morning while walking home in Geraldton.
Charity 'heartbroken' by theft of Christmas toys, shoes Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Puddle Jumpers says thieves have targeted their Adelaide storage facility, stealing more than $20,000 worth of goods, including toys and shoes destined for vulnerable families.
Logan community gathers to remember drive-by shooting victim Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
The Logan community comes together to remember the victim of a drive-by shooting at a boxing event.
Male nurse charged with raping three elderly women faces court Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Jeremy David Pearce is accused of raping three women in his care between 2020 and 2024.
Usyk's path to global dominance goes through Gatton Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
David Nyika, the New Zealand Olympian based in the quiet rural Queensland town of Gatton, has found himself central to Oleksandr Usyk's next grand plans.
Two people allegedly stabbed outside south Canberra school Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
ACT police are investigating after a student and another person were allegedly stabbed during an altercation in the car park of Lake Tuggeranong College in Canberra's south.
Man crushed beneath boulder while fossicking Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Emergency services were called to a remote track near a Far North Queensland goldfield but the 44-year-old died at the scene.
Man accused of holding woman captive Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
A manhunt in Far North Queensland has led to the arrest of a 34-year-old who police allege held a woman at gunpoint over several days before she managed to escape on Saturday morning.
University cancels show by queer Aboriginal artist following complaint Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
An exhibition has been abruptly shuttered by the University of Tasmania after one day, following a complaint made during its installation.
Bogus tyre disposal operation nets $50k in 10 days Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
An interstate group has made around $50,000 in 10 days after posing as a licensed disposal operation for old tyres, Tasmanian authorities say.
Craig Silvey jailed over 'most depraved' child exploitation material Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Disgraced Australian author Craig Silvey is jailed by a Perth judge after admitting he distributed graphic images of adults abusing children over a messaging service.
Wanderers' chair calls out 'totally unacceptable' fan treatment by police Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
Western Sydney fans have lashed over-policing at their A-League Men's games, and now chairman Paul Lederer has had his say.
'Impossible to get ahead': Canberra inflation rate rises above national average Posted on Monday November 02, 2026
The ACT's inflation rate jumped to 4.7 per cent in the 12 months to September this year, and with households curbing costs some Canberra business owners have been left without customers and unable to afford wages.
News from the BBC World Service
Shop freezers in seven European countries hit by cyber-attack Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 The temperature of freezers in several shops across Europe reportedly rose to as high as 50C. Mother told to book appointment to give birth to her baby who had died Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust apologises for care it says "fell short of the standards" expected. What Americans are voting for in this election Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 The BBC's Maddie Gerber explains what's on the ballot in the 2026 midterm elections in the United States. Wizz Air flight from Luton makes emergency landing with fighter jet escort after bomb threat Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 A Hungarian fighter jet escorted the aircraft to Budapest after the threat was received mid-air. Channel 4 documentary and journalists 'poisoned the well' against Russell Brand, court hears Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Brand's defence barrister told jurors that Brand "had an immense amount of sex", but that "none of it was unlawful". Iran killed her teenage daughter - now she is facing up to the regime Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Samira's 16-year-old daughter Sevda was shot dead as they took part in mass protests in January.
Nine killed as small jet crashes on Florida street Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 In air traffic audio, a crew member can be heard shouting: "We are going to crash into the ground." Fake nuclear warnings issued after Ukrainian and Russian air alert apps hacked Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Neither government has confirmed who was responsible for the cyberattacks on Sunday evening. Labour ends power-sharing with Greens in 11 councils over Zionism row Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Labour's ruling National Executive Committee sets out where it is cutting ties with the Greens. Driver who dragged head teacher to his death jailed for life Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Simon Richardson is told he will have to serve at least 25 years for the murder of Michael Mullins. A simple guide to the midterms Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 US voters will head to the polls on Tuesday in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency. Democrats have high hopes - but are the polls right? Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Polls have been predicting a Democratic surge, but last-minute deciders and sampling issues mean there's no guarantee. A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor - and other US Senate races to watch Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 All eyes are on a handful of Senate races that will decide control of the prized upper chamber. Here's a quick guide. North Carolina voters weigh up Trump's track record on cost of living Posted on Sunday November 01, 2026 The BBC's Clive Myrie found voters in the state were asking themselves whether they were better off than two years ago. What we know about the alert app hack in Ukraine and Russia Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Both Ukraine and Russia say their air raid alert apps were cyber-attacked - Joe Tidy explains what we know so far. How 20-year-old Kimi Antonelli 'blew everyone away' to make Formula 1 history Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 Kimi Antonelli seems destined for Formula 1 greatness after winning his first world title, writes Andrew Benson. Don't get caught out by new Buy Now Pay Later rules Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it. 'It took years to get pain-relieving surgery - I hope a robot means others won't have to wait' Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 A woman who waited in pain for years for endometriosis surgery praises high-tech bid to end delays. Drugs, cash and weapons found in raids as e-bikes 'blight' communities Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 A senior police officer says e-bikes and associated crimes are "blighting" communities across the UK. Watch: King Charles III caught in torrential downpour at Antigua and Barbuda parade Posted on Monday November 02, 2026 King Charles III and Queen Camilla were standing in an open-air stadium when the rain came on.
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