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News from the ABC Australia

Breaking: Man found dead by police after 'serious incident' in Perth's south
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a man at a house in Orelia, with a second man found at the property taken into custody.

Powderfinger confirm reunion, 16 years after breaking up
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

Powderfinger, one of the most decorated acts in Australian music history, have confirmed they're reforming 16 years after calling it quits. Here's everything we know so far.

No end in sight for multi-million-dollar Cable Beach development
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

Broome locals say they are not surprised the opening of a multi-million-dollar redevelopment of Cable Beach is facing further delays.

Michael Robotham's latest novel sat in his bottom drawer for 35 years
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

When the internationally bestselling crime novelist first dreamt up Tell Me Something True, he saw it as a coming-of-age story rather than a crime yarn.

'A real love story': Renowned Yolŋu artist and wife die in same week
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

An Arnhem Land clan leader who once sued the Reserve Bank of Australia after his art was used on the world's first polymer bank note has died within a week of his wife.

Deputy mayor candidate could be sacked if suspension is upheld
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

Hobart councillor and deputy mayor candidate Louise Elliot is appealing a third suspension handed down by a code of conduct panel during the current term of council. If upheld, the minister could be called in to sack her.

Turtles found buried in metres of mud returned to rejuvenated wetland
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

Turtles rescued from the Gingham Waterhole in north-west NSW have begun returning, while keepers at Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo incubate more than 250 eggs laid by females brought into care. 

Khawaja's 'Sandpapergate' book does not worry Cummins
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

Pat Cummins says he is proud of the Australian team's evolution since the 2018 "Sandpapergate" incident, as Usman Khawaja, who played in that Test, prepares to release his autobiography.

Pentagon says firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be live streamed
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

The United States's first execution by a military firing squad since World War II will be live streamed, the Pentagon has said.

Breaking: Data centre operator pulls share market float after lacklustre investor demand
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

The company searching for private funding as IPO gets pulled just a day after it closed its books to investors.  

More young men than ever are gambling, but not to win
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

On a Friday night in a pub during the footy finals, the ABC asked every table if they had a bet on; all but one did. Experts say it's a red flag against the government's limited gambling reforms. 

Brisbane Lions slump a long time coming for AFLW powerhouse
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The Brisbane Lions are in an unfamiliar spot on the AFLW ladder, with their finals hopes hanging by a thread. But the slump for the perennial contenders has been a long time coming.

Prince Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after royal split
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The Duke of Sussex opens up about his mental health challenges at points in his life, including following the death of his mother Diana, Princess of Wales.

Live: Bombers out of Blakey race as Saints prepare offer to test Swans
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The race to acquire Nick Blakey from the Swans appears to be down to two teams. Follow all the news and debate from the AFL trade period in our live blog.

Midwives warn insurance changes could reduce homebirth services
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

An insurance exemption for private practise midwives will end next year. 

Special edition coins continue Live Aid legacy 41 years on
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The Perth Mint unveils plans to release special edition Live Aid collectible coins as one of the architects of the legendary concert reflects on its legacy four decades on.

Officials forced to break law to keep mentally impaired man in prison
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

A mentally impaired man is kept in jail illegally because of a chronic lack of beds in Western Australia's only psychiatric facility caring for prisoners.

Taxpayers could be on hook for ATO tax bill from bungled accounting
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Tasmanian taxpayers could be on the hook if the ATO chases payments going back decades relating to voluntary redundancies for former state service employees.

Fears backpacker ballot will leave coastal towns short-staffed
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The hospitality industry says the backpacker ballot will create workforce shortages, but a new migration agreement could help holiday towns in NSW.  

Snowtown killer's outing from prison 'sickening', victim's nephew says
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

James Spyridon Vlassakis, one of four people convicted over the Snowtown murders, has been granted parole. A relative of one of the victims has condemned his move to the Adelaide Pre-Release Centre.



News from the BBC World Service

ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

The review, which focuses on younger age groups, warned there was a risk society was moving from an era of under-diagnosis to over-diagnosis or mis-diagnosis.

Warrants used to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's homes were unlawful, court says
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

A criminal investigation into the former prince continues and police have retained material seized from his homes.

Watch: What does the ruling mean for the investigation into the former prince?
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Special correspondent Lucy Manning explains why the Hight Court has ruled that search warrants used to search Mr Mountbatten-Windsor's home were unlawful.

Burnham calls on Polanski to reverse Green Party's Zionism motion
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

The prime minister has intervened in the row over the motion passed by members at Green Party conference.

Two Latvian men arrested on suspicion of trespass at RAF base in Cambridgeshire
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Police say they apprehended two Latvian men at about 02:00 BST while they were inside the perimeter.

Fort Hood attacker's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed, Pentagon says
Posted on Friday October 09, 2026

"We'll make sure that people are able to watch it," the US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Thursday.

Three sisters who drowned in sea off Brighton took own lives, inquest finds
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters and Rebecca Walters, who lived in London, drowned in the sea in May.

Royal Navy sailor in court accused of preparing to spy for Russia
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The 24-year-old man appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday after being arrested at his home in Bedfordshire.

Russian strike on buses kills at least 30, say officials, as deadly attacks on Ukraine surge
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Ukraine accused Russia of targeting two crowded vehicles in the front line city of Kramatorsk to kill as many civilians as possible.

Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after leaving UK
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The Duke of Sussex says he had an "adrenaline crash" while visiting Vancouver Island to "get some space".

Adidas sues Australian label White Fox over four stripes design
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The German sportswear brand wants the Sydney-based label to stop selling the clothes and pay damages.

Gaten Matarazzo on life after Stranger Things as he makes West End debut
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The 25-year-old actor opens up about embracing his return to the stage as he stars in a revival of Rent.

Could Christa Pike face execution again and by what method?
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Killer Christa Pike has survived lethal injection, raising questions about whether Tennessee will try again.

Actor Simon Pegg reveals ADHD diagnosis: 'It's just who I am'
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The Shaun of the Dead and Mission: Impossible films star had previously put symptoms down to "character fault".

Protesters blame 'vulture funds' for Spain's housing crisis
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Hundreds have pitched their tents in central Madrid, while the Spanish prime minister has called a snap election.

'I was blamed for my baby's death, now NHS needs to change'
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Neil and Katie Russell are working with the hospital where their daughter died on the scheme.

Asos hackers took more personal details than first revealed, BBC finds
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

Retailer issues update after BBC contacted by cyber criminals who said this week's breach went beyond "basic contact details".

Watch: Why was the sign at the British consulate in East Jerusalem removed?
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The consulate, first established in 1838, was set to be closed by the Israeli government in retaliation for UK sanctions.

Birmingham Airport announces £2bn expansion
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

The first stage of development, upgrading baggage systems and terminals, could start in 2027.

'Ominous signs' of winter pressures as NHS waiting list grows in England
Posted on Thursday October 08, 2026

NHS winter pressures appear to be building already, with rises in waiting times for planned surgery.



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