News from the ABC Australia
Residents fear for liveability as government confirms reduced block sizes Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
The Northern Territory government is planning to reduce the minimum block size in low-density suburbs from 800 to 450 square metres, sparking concern from some residents.
Fox takes out British Open, denies Aussie after 'two perfect shots' Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Ryan Fox shows nerves of steel to claim the British Open as Australia's Lucas Herbert has a near miss.
Home Affairs asks DFV survivors to prove relationship with abusers 'genuine' Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
A federal government safety net has been identified as one of the biggest stressors for migrant women experiencing domestic and family violence.
Road plan for new airport 'flawed and shortsighted', critics say Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Some transport planners say the design of a major Western Sydney road upgrade is "nonsensical" and is at odds with the government's commitment to public transport and new housing.Â
Teacher aides face rise in kicking, biting from students Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
About four hundred staff — the majority teacher aides — have complained to the United Workers Union since April about facing violent behaviour from students and parents.
Sydney's homelessness crisis 'worse than ever' Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
People with lived experience of homelessness say the issue is deepening, as housing stock remains out-of-reach and community providers are left struggling to cope with demand.
Going beyond the archives to revive a street's lost history Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
It's been a three year labour of love probing into the past and building on the fragments of a hidden history to write 'Logan St' and get it to the stage.
Rising pedestrian deaths in Victoria prompt calls to improve safety Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Pedestrian group Victoria Walks wants $150 million spent over four years to install or upgrade crossings, so people can safely cross the road.
World Cup winners will get championship rings — but they'll also be for sale Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
The winners of the 2026 World Cup will receive championship rings, but so will almost 2,000 people who have enough money to buy them.
Classic winter week ahead, dangerous surf to ease in south-east Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
The Bureau of Meteorology says showers from the Wide Bay to the Gold Coast are possible today, with hazardous surf conditions forecast to weaken. Â
'Incredibly unfair': Qld Health guidance changes family definition for lesbians Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
The Queensland Health advice, given to fertility providers to help navigate the state's assisted reproductive technology legislation, has had a "devastating" impact on some same-sex couples trying to have more children.
'Open door to fraud': European body slams FIFA's World Cup integrity Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Europe's top human rights body hits out at FIFA over the integrity of the World Cup and calls for change before the 2030 tournament.Â
Australian baseball's 37yo 'rookie' making national debut at World Cup Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Jess Johnson is one of the feel-good stories of the Australian Women's national baseball team.Â
Paramedics told not to take complex cardiac patients to Mersey hospital Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Paramedics have been told to transport complex cardiac patients in Tasmania's north-west to the Launceston General Hospital rather than the local Mersey Community Hospital.
Holocaust museum staff and volunteers targeted by hateful comments Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Melbourne Holocaust Museum has had to step up security since 2020 following a rise in incidents that have seen threatening voice messages and hateful comments left online.
Concerns for lost health services under sale to Calvary Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Doctors are concerned Tasmanians will be forced to travel interstate for certain procedures if the Hobart Private Hospital is sold to Catholic provider Calvary, but the health minister insists there will be no service gap.
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For some in Australia, hope is fading and anger is rising Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Sulaiman Zandinan says Australia is amazing. Wendy Newman says people in the bush are "not country bumpkins". The ABC is inviting you to have your say about the issues, challenges and opportunities that shape your life in 2026.
Abbott amplifies Hanson problem for Liberals Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Pauline Hanson's grievance politics is a challenge for Labor, but a splitting headache for the Liberals — compounded by former prime minister Tony Abbott.Â
Australia is making humanoid robots in the midst of its AI reckoning Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
Australia this week made an important step forward in grappling with the AI revolution. Meanwhile, in Melbourne a company is making humanoid robots.Â
I tried to get unapproved injectables from a doctor. It was too easy Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026
The booming industry selling Australians on treatments to live longer is exploiting significant gaps in health regulation, exposing consumers to risk.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham to promise 'more breathing room' for people in first speech as PM Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 The Labour leader will say he is "acutely conscious" of the UK's high turnover of prime ministers, as he becomes the seventh in 10 years on Monday. Thames Water lenders preparing legal challenge in event of Burnham nationalisation Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 The BBC understands creditors would would pursue payment in full of the outstanding debts, in the multi-billions of pounds. Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Eight people die and dozens are injured as several cities are hit by missile and drone attacks, while Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian infrastructure. Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK charges take total to 59 Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are innocent. US soldier killed and one injured after Iranian attack in Iraq Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 The US military reports another death a day after two of its soldiers were killed in Jordan. Record numbers of honours for working class heroes Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Record numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards. The 1975's Matty Healy marries model Gabbriette Bechtel in Los Angeles Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 The newlyweds were first linked in 2023 after Healy's brief relationship with Taylor Swift. Neighbours actor Terence Donovan dies aged 90 Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 His son, actor Jason Donovan, posted to social media that his father died on Saturday night peacefully in Melbourne, Australia Fire crews battling blaze on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 A huge plume of smoke could be seen from as far away as Fife on Sunday evening. Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel. Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 After an eight-year absence from UK stages, Bruno Mars returned to Wembley Stadium with a polished, hit-filled show. How Fox kept cool at baked Birkdale to win The Open Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Ryan Fox wins the Open Championship - his first major title - with his final putt on a record-breaking weekend at Royal Birkdale. Rate the Spain and Argentina players in World Cup final Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Rate the Spain and Argentina players out of 10 below and come back 30 minutes after full-time to see the final ratings. Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira and BTS perform at World Cup half-time show Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Shakira, Robbie Wiliams and Jennifer Hudson were also part of the star-studded final, as Argentina took on Spain for the title. Messi on the brink of history - will it be his last World Cup game? Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Argentina captain Lionel Messi will play his 34th World Cup match in Sunday's final, but will it be his last appearance? I've been a World Cup official - I promise you there is no favouritism Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Darren Cann speaks to BBC Sport about the conspiracy theories around the World Cup and what referees really think. Trump presence means tight security for World Cup final Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Supporters faced long queues to get into New York New Jersey Stadium amid heightened security for the 2026 World Cup final. The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them? Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West. Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10? Posted on Sunday July 19, 2026 When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand.
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