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News from the ABC Australia

SA premier warns Labor and Coalition against 'race to bottom' on immigration
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The federal government is in discussions with the opposition over immigration as SA Premier Peter Malinauskas warns major parties against a "political race to the bottom".

Journalist Peter FitzSimons takes witness stand at Alan Jones trial
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Author and journalist Peter FitzSimons has begun to give evidence in Alan Jones's criminal trial, telling the court a young colleague of Mr Jones appeared "deeply upset" while detailing allegations of indecent assault.

Premier says Olympic rowing concerns 'last hurrah' of 'naysayers'
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Queensland's premier dismisses concerns raised about Rockhampton's ability to accommodate Olympic rowing events as the "last hurrah" of people trying to discredit the event.

Pilot repeatedly warned Amazon cargo plane going too fast before deadly crash
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The wife of a man killed in the crash in Miami has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Amazon, the plane's operators and the two pilots.

Melbourne's NFL game is a battle of opposing jet lag strategies
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers arrived a week in advance of their Melbourne NFL game, while the Rams will arrive the day before. A sleep expert says both strategies have merit, but one may have a slight edge.

Have you made one of these six travel mistakes?
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Simple mistakes can up-end a holiday. Here are the some of the most common ones and how you can avoid them.

Australia's most expensive homes decline in value
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Australia's most expensive homes are leading the housing downturn, with high-end houses in Sydney and Melbourne down more than 10 per cent, property data shows.

Man linked to youth detention facility accused of abusing 29 victims
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

An investigation into abuse at an Adelaide youth detention centre has led to the arrest of a 73-year-old man, who will face court accused of dozens of alleged sexual offences — many of them against children.

F1 debuts a new track with a corner so grand it is called Monumental
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Formula 1 debuts a new circuit to its calendar, and despite no grand prix raced yet, the Madring already boasts a corner that is poised to become an iconic scene in motorsport.

At least five dead, 87 missing as Philippine ferry catches fire
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Dozens of people have been rescued but scores remain missing following a fire aboard a Philippine ferry that has claimed a number of lives.

Dead juvenile whale washed up on SA beach to be tested for bird flu
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Authorities have cordoned off an area around a whale carcass near Victor Harbor and will test it for bird flu.

'Bloody coward': Lambie blasts Hanson over 'disgusting' Hastie traitor cartoon
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Independent senator Jacqui Lambie and others from across the political spectrum launch a spirited defence of Andrew Hastie after One Nation published a cartoon that repeatedly described the Liberal frontbencher and veteran as a "traitor". 

Dementia prevention too heavily focused on personal choices, study finds
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Efforts to prevent dementia may be placing too much responsibility on people's choices while overlooking the wider social and environmental conditions that shape brain health, a study has found.

Democrat senator endorses Republican at Trump's party convention
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

US Democrat senator John Fetterman makes a surprise video appearance at the Republicans' "Trump-a-palooza" convention in Texas, endorsing a Republican and distancing himself from his party's progressive wing.

Gold boom leaves little room for tourists in outback mining city
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Demand for accommodation for mine workers throughout Kalgoorlie-Boulder has tour operators worried there are not enough rooms available for other visitors.

Audit finds Inpex has taken 'significant steps' to rectify emissions errors
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

As gas giant Inpex faces prosecution over its under-reporting of toxic emissions, an audit has found the gas giant has taken "significant steps" to address the issues at its Ichthys LNG facility in Darwin.

WA detectives allege music teacher produced child exploitation material
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

A music teacher employed at several Perth private schools who also conducts private tutoring is due in court accused of producing child exploitation material and indecently recording a child.

Gold Coast charity helping at-risk youth build tiny homes
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Everything Suarve (Esuarve) runs a 10-week program that gives at-risk youth the opportunity to gain skills and qualifications while building tiny homes.

Netanyahu denies being warned of Hamas attack 10 days before October 7
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denies a newspaper report that he was warned more than a week before October 7, 2023, that Hamas was planning an imminent attack.

Family First leader praises 'resilient' ex-Liberal Moira Deeming
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Former Liberal MP Moira Deeming will contest the November election with Family First, having been cast out of her former party in July.



News from the BBC World Service

England's mayors to be given power to introduce tourist tax
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The government is expected to outline how local leaders will be able to impose levies on overnight stays.

Iran war will not end until after November US elections, says Trump
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The president also tells reporters he does not think oil prices will come down until after the crucial November vote.

Police launch criminal investigation into Reform UK donations
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The investigation, which follows a broadcast by Channel 4 News, is being folded into the inquiry that has been under way into other donations.

Air traffic failure was avoidable, says transport secretary
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Heidi Alexander orders an investigation into the glitch that caused more than 2,000 flight cancellations.

Land in limbo: BBC visits West Bank village in area earmarked by Israel for settlement
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

BBC's Middle East Correspondent Lucy Williamson visits the Palestinian community of Khan al Ahmar in the so-called E1 area, and the neighbouring Israeli settlement of Maale Admumim.

AI is becoming harder to control – can humans stay in charge?
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried

Prince William, Kane and Shearer in campaign to use sport to prevent suicide
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and to show people the help available in a crisis.

August was joint hottest month on record, says European climate agency
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Climate change and the rising influence of El Niño saw August reach the record for warmest month.

Tax banks to give some households energy bill cut, unions tell Burnham
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The TUC says a bank surcharge should be reversed - and estimates it would raise £9bn over four years.

Failures 'contributed to' death of Sir Richard Branson's wife
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Lady Joan Branson died after suffering a cardiac arrest at the private Lister Hospital in Chelsea last year.

We spent £23,000 on fertility treatment - now our embryos will be destroyed
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Nat and Nik Fraser-Edwards want a change in the law so once an embryo has been made, a donor can't withdraw consent.

Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.

Muted US response to UK's West Bank sanctions may reflect simmering frustration
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

The UK accuses Israel's government of turning a blind eye to the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians by settlers.

Should you sync your workouts to your period?
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.

The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

What makes someone stand out in a crowded workplace? Six business leaders tell us what they look for.

'Farage faces Met inquiry' and 'Ready for departure?'
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Thursday's front pages are dominated by a police investigation into Reform UK and UK airport chaos.

Inside Thailand's school shooter drills following recent attacks
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Police say they hope the drill will help prepare students, as concern grows over the increase in school shootings in South East Asia.

'It's been a nightmare': Passengers face airport chaos after air traffic issue
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Thousands are still stranded as people describe sleeping on floors and "carnage" in baggage reclaim halls.

BBC drops Drag Race UK after eight series
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Future series will no longer be broadcast on BBC Three as the show moves to a streaming platform owned by its production company.

Apple's new boss starts with big gamble on costly first folding iPhone
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

Apple showed off at an event the first major design change to the iPhone in almost 20 years.



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