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News from the ABC Australia

Breaking: Alleged High Country killer Greg Lynn denied bail
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn has been denied bail, as he waits to face a retrial over the alleged murder of Victorian retiree Carol Clay.

Darwin city mall reopened after false report of 'credible threat'
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Darwin's Smith Street Mall has reopened to the public following what police say was a false report of a "credible threat" this morning.

First-time farmer solves mulberry packing problem with dental drill
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

A former dentist comes up with a $4 storage basket hack to protect the fragile fruit from bruising. 

Kane breaks 25-year English drought to claim top football award
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or on Monday, local time in London, becoming the first Englishman to receive the prestigious prize in 25 years.

Armed bandits killed in getaway car rollover and shootout with PNG police
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

The deadly shootout with police follows days of gun violence in Kimbe, the capital of West New Britain province.

Dying SES employee fights to have workers' compensation claim recognised
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Despite serving during some of Victoria's most significant emergencies, Ken Bodinnar is facing a workers' compensation battle to make sure his family is supported after he dies. 

Bystander saves 88yo woman after home set on fire by balaclava-clad man
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Police praised the bravery efforts of an officer and a civilian, who climbed a ladder to rescue an 88-year-old woman from the blaze.

Outback mining jobs are on the rise with no workers to fill them
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Multiple mining operations are set to restart in outback Queensland but, with a national shortage of skilled workers, companies fear production will suffer. 

Choreographer behind Kylie's grand final show prepares to reveal final work
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

As Rafael Bonachela prepares to leave Sydney Dance Company, his final full season as artistic director looks to both its history and the next generation of dancers and choreographers.

Veteran rugby prop cited for allegedly grabbing opponent's genitals
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Veteran Ireland prop Leinster's Tadhg Furlong has been cited for allegedly grabbing the genitals of Munster's Gavin Coombes during their United Rugby Championship match last weekend.

Country residents paying three times to keep local doctors
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

With country councils paying big money to attract and retain GPs, a report has found residents are paying up-front, rates and Medicare contributions for medical services.

Magnitude-4.9 earthquake strikes off South Australia coast
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Residents around Adelaide have reported feeling an earthquake this morning, with Geoscience Australia saying the epicentre was about 100 kilometres offshore, between Kangaroo Island and the south-east coast.

Fines of up to $120k for dumping pet fish in Adelaide river
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

With more than a dozen suspected pest koi carp spotted in the River Torrens, locals are being urged not to dump unwanted pet fish.

Live: Anthropic to hit stock market with 'eye-popping' growth and massive losses
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The AI giant behind Claude has filed its plans to float on the share market. Wall Street has rallied, led by tech stocks. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

Sydney University hires Jacinda Ardern as lecturer and mentor
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The former New Zealand prime minister has been appointed a professor of practice, with a focus on empathetic leadership, social cohesion and civic trust.

Prison officers fear deaths in custody under Queensland bill
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Queensland prison staff fear a human rights exemption for prisoners will make their jobs more dangerous.

Fixing the 'Santos-sized' problem in the gas market
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Historic legislation to establish a national gas reservation scheme is before federal parliament. Experts say the biggest driver of high prices could slip free.

De Minaur pulls off massive comeback to improve ATP Finals hopes
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

It looked like goodnight Vienna for Alex de Minaur as he trailed Tomas Machac by a set, a break and 0-30 on his own misfiring serve.

MP claims Melbourne property allowance despite attendance concerns
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

A Geelong-region state MP claims almost $60,000 in taxpayer-funded allowances for a second home in Melbourne, despite appearing to have missed 88 of a possible 127 Parliamentary sitting days.

Roosters stunningly withdraw contract offer to halfback Sam Walker
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Sam Walker's future at the Sydney Roosters is uncertain after the club pulled a contract extension offer to the premiership-winning halfback. 



News from the BBC World Service

Kane ends England’s 25-year wait to win men’s Ballon d’Or award
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the prize since Michael Owen in 2001, and Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas wins the Ballon d’Or Feminin for a record-equalling third time.

Chris Mason: The Budget is imminent as tricky things pile up for Burnham
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

From Brexit debates to North Sea oil, there is plenty getting the cabinet, the Labour Party and the country talking.

Healey vows cheaper marmalade and gherkins in pre-Budget package of 'everyday fixes'
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The chancellor will axe tariffs on some staples as part of plans to give households "breathing space".

Israel and the US are both going to the polls - the consequences will be global
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The next fortnight sees two elections on different continents. The outcomes will shape geopolitics and the global economy, writes James Landale

Drivers who killed mum and girl while racing jailed
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Justyna Hulboj and her daughter Lena died when they were hit by a car in Leeds in January 2023.

Storm Boelo leaves 22,000 without power as Met Office issues new wind warning
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

A yellow warning for strong winds came in effect at 18:00 on Monday across the west coast of England, Wales and Scotland and eastern parts of Northern Ireland.

How 'Lula's Army' WhatsApp channel helped turn Brazil election around
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Millions joined a 'Lula's Army' channel that helped to transform online enthusiasm into real-world mobilisation.

Anthropic warns of 'catastrophic risk' to humankind ahead of blockbuster share listing
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The company will be the first true artificial intelligence company to go public as tech firms continue to invest heavily in AI.

No 10 appears to backtrack on PM's freedom of movement referendum suggestion
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The PM says he wants to start a conversation about potential options for the UK's future relationship with the EU.

Oscar-winning producer says BBC gave her £400,000 payout after she raised antisemitism concerns
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The BBC says it did not uphold any of the allegations of antisemitism but accepted there were "shortcomings" in how it treated Lucie Kon.

Busted's James Bourne says 'hero' brother saved his life with kidney donation
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The guitarist says doctors had given him "a few years left to live", but is now recovering well.

Macklemore begins Free Palestine tour after Ed Sheeran fallout
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Proceeds from the tour, which begins in Dublin next month, will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, he says.

Will the public change its mind about Meghan?
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

This complicated - and developing - story could prove to be a turning point for Meghan.

Surprising things we have learnt from Anthropic's blockbuster share listing
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

Anthropic’s IPO prospectus is 355 pages and full of never before disclosed company information.

Kane ends England's 25-year Ballon d'Or wait - how he bucked the trend
Posted on Tuesday October 27, 2026

Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the Ballon d'Or since Michael Owen in 2001 after being crowned the world's best player at a ceremony in London.

Faisal Islam: Healey's Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government

Five ways Trump has changed immigration in the US
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

This is how his signature policy has played out after returning to power promising a closed border and mass deportations.

Sydney's new $5bn airport has one big problem: Getting there is tough
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

The airport won’t have direct public transportation for a year. How do locals feel about getting there?

The movement of students that brought down Serbia's Vučić
Posted on Monday October 26, 2026

In just under two years the students have succeeded in tearing up 14 years of political dominance under Aleksandar Vučić.

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