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News from the ABC Australia

ABC news director Justin Stevens's replacement to be appointed tomorrow
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

Declining to detail the reasons for news director Justin Stevens's sudden departure, the ABC's managing director Hugh Marks says he has been scouting for a replacement for some time.

Chewing gum ban remains on Gold Coast trams but fines rolled back
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The network operator of the Gold Coast's light rail service is backflipping on threats to fine commuters for chewing gum.

Mother who lost two children to rare condition wants mandatory genetic tests
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

A Perth woman who lost two children to an extremely rare medical condition calls for mandatory genetic testing for children whose cause of death is uncertain. 

Israel kills new Hamas militant chief, along with his wife and children
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

An Israeli air strike in Gaza has killed new Hamas leader Mohammed Odeh, his wife and two of his children, the militant group has confirmed.

How women composers defied expectations and transformed the music world
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

From Hildegard von Bingen to Hildur Guðnadóttir, here are some of the most influential women of the music world in history and today.

Stars involved in handshake drama as Rybakina exits Roland-Garros
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

There is no love lost between Tamara Korpatsch and Wang Xinyu after a testy match as Elena Rybakina's hopes of another grand slam title go up in smoke.

Breaking: Four Corners reporter Mahmood Fazal no longer working at ABC
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

Four Corners reporter Mahmood Fazal is no longer employed by the ABC, a spokesperson confirms.

'He can't help himself': Fugitive gangster's social media trail tracked by police
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

A wanted Sydney underworld figure may have unwittingly helped police after posting social media messages mocking his underworld adversaries from overseas.

Social media group calls for change while exposing inequality in sport
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

Not All Clubs calls out inequality in sporting organisations across the country. This weekend, the group is calling on teams to wear red armbands in memory of the women whose lives have been claimed by gender-based violence this year.

'My fault to hire him': Spaniard's coach quits mid-French Open via text
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

Alenajdro Davidovich Fokina's French Open comes to an end shortly after his coach flees to Miami after claiming he was unwell after a lunch catch-up.

Live: ABC experts answer your questions about Iran war as it enters fourth month
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

ABC experts are answering questions abut the Iran war as the conflict enters its fourth month with no clear end in sight. Follow live.

Refinery on WA's south coast says it could replace region's diesel with biofuel
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

In the 1990s, Esperance was seen as a key to a major biofuels industry for Western Australia. Thirty years later, the industry has seen little change. But some say the area has untapped potential as a major fuel supplier.

Slater refuses to guarantee Walsh recall despite Maroons' collapse
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Queensland's coach bats away questions about the notable absence of Brisbane's star fullback after seeing his side cough up a 20-point lead.

Police charge five teens after stolen car rampage in Cairns
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

After chaotic scenes in Cairns yesterday morning, police say they have arrested five teenagers.

Man charged with murder after several people attacked in regional Queensland
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder after allegedly attacking several people south of Bundaberg. 

Live: ASX opens lower as price of oil drops
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The Australian share market opens lower as the price of oil drops. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

Specific needs 'soar' across school system over past decade, principal says
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The WA government has committed $16 million for a professional learning hub that will include mandatory inductions for special needs education assistants and disability modules for graduate teachers.

Live: ABC bosses tell Senate estimates it is time to enter 'new phase' after news director resigns
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Managing director Hugh Marks tells senators the ABC must adapt for the future. Follow live.

Legal action filed over decision to clear almost 3,000ha of tropical savanna
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The federal environment minister's decision to wave through plans to bulldoze almost 3,000 hectares — an area 10 times the size of Sydney's CBD — of habitat, home to threatened species, will be challenged in the Federal Court.

Man avoids jail after indecently abusing woman he met on Tinder
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The ACT Supreme Court heard the man was concerned only with his own sexual gratification when he abused his victim.



News from the BBC World Service

'We are at risk of a lost generation': One in six young people will not be in work or training in five years without action, report warns
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

A major review examining the causes of rising youth unemployment says getting on the career ladder is now "out of reach" for many.

I just want freedom from fear, says girl raped by teenage boys as sentences to be reviewed
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The teenager tells BBC Newsnight she is suffering from flashbacks and living in fear following the attack.

Girl tells BBC she is 'scared to go out' after teenage rapists spared jail time
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

She told BBC Newsnight she was living in fear after the attack by teenage boys, whose sentences are being reviewed.

An unhealthy focus on sex - Married at First Sight UK insiders on show's 'toxic' culture
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

Fresh revelations come after two women told the BBC they had been raped on the Channel 4 reality show.

UK's rudest chalk figure gets a glow-up to stop it fading in the rain
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

National Trust staff and volunteers will apply 17 tonnes of fresh chalk to the outline of the famous figure.

Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

Safety warning after nine water-related deaths during heatwave
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Charities urge people to take precautions after at least nine people died after getting into difficulty in water during the warm weather.

Family of mum, 30, shot dead outside Sheffield bar pay tribute to 'beautiful soul'
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Shanice Brookes, 30, worked for a charity and was studying for a university degree, her family say.

Legal bid to block UK-backed French migrant detention centre
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The Home Office says the UK won’t pay France if the site doesn’t open, under a deal to curb migrant crossings.

Burnham and Streeting accuse Blair of ignoring inequality as they hit back at ex-PM
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Labour mayor Burnham and former minister Streeting were responding to the former PM's 5,600-word essay.

'It's not a nice world to bring children into': Births fall to the lowest level in 50 years
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Live births in England and Wales are at their lowest since 1977, while the age of first-time mothers has also risen.

The world's carmakers are struggling to compete with China
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The BBC visited China’s EV factories and found they are dominating the ecosystems shaping the global auto industry.

Paul McCartney on playing guitar with Paul Mescal: 'He knew it better than I did!'
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The music legend on delivering "memory songs" for his 20th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane - and why he's intrigued by the new Beatles biopics.

How my brother went from liberal Hollywood actor to manosphere 'messiah'
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.

We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.

What are the signs of heatstroke in dogs?
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather.

Travelling solo and bunking up - life on the lower rung of tennis circuit
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Top tennis players are demanding the four Grand Slams give a larger chunk of their revenue in prize money to those ranked lower.

The footballer setting the record straight after 46 years
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Roly Gregoire, Sunderland's first black player, sometimes wishes he had never played football because of the racist abuse he found too painful to talk about for decades.

Israel issues evacuation order for swathes of southern Lebanon
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The military says areas south of the Zahrani River are now "combat zones" as it threatens Hezbollah with fresh strikes.

Birmingham City Council fines itself £472,000 for Clean Air Zone breaches
Posted on Thursday May 28, 2026

One in eight of the council's fleet vehicles still break its own Clean Air Zone requirements.



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