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News from the ABC Australia

Hastie and Taylor fail to agree plan to oust Ley despite clandestine meeting
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The two conservative men vying to replace Sussan Ley as leader of the Liberal Party met in Melbourne before attending a memorial service for their former colleague Katie Allen.

Father handed life sentence for setting wife on fire in front of kids
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

A Victorian Supreme Court judge sentences Roland James Griffiths to 32 years in prison without parole for the "brutal" murder of wife, 35-year-old Kylie Sheahan. 

Howard's cheat sheet could prove handy for the Coalition
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Former prime minister John Howard once observed that Pauline Hanson was an "electoral gift to the Labor Party". His words proved relevant this week as the Coalition's chaos dragged on.

CCTV footage shows triple murder suspect on day of shooting
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The NSW Police commissioner says a surge in domestic violence attacks is a disgrace as police release footage of Julian Ingram, the main suspect wanted over the deadly Lake Cargelligo shooting.   

Australian company to produce 10,000 tonnes of mineral critical for AI
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

An Australian government fund will invest $75 million in Alpha HPA, helping it build the world's largest single manufacturing facility for high-purity aluminium materials.

Former employee accused of defrauding NSW local councils of $1.3m
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Martin Thomas Dimec is facing more than 40 charges of fraud after police allege he stole the money from Murrumbidgee, Shoalhaven and Goulburn councils across 12 years of employment.

Why Nick 'wouldn't be alive' without public housing
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Hundreds of young people struggle with homelessness each year, and advocates say it's "financially unviable" for housing providers to take them in.

Why it took nearly 30 minutes for police to evacuate Perth Invasion Day rally
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

As police face criticism for their handling of Perth's Invasion Day rally bomb scare, a law enforcement expert says they faced a "no-win situation".

NT scraps middle schools, almost two decades after introducing them
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

As Northern Territory students head back to the classroom for the year, some will experience a major shake-up in the education system with middle schools mostly phased out.

ACT government to build new 50-metre outdoor pool in Canberra's south
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

As Canberra swelters in high temperatures, the ACT government has committed to building a 50-metre pool in Woden as part of its new aquatic strategy.

Malaysian soccer bosses quit over disastrous 'cheating' scandal
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

A scandal in which foreign players were improperly granted citizenship to play for the national team leads to the "voluntary" resignation of the executive committee of Malaysian soccer's governing body.

How to see more ABC News stories in Google Search
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Google now lets you choose which publisher you want to see more of in your search results. Here's a step-by-step guide to ensuring the latest ABC News stories appear at the top of your feed.

Trump has mostly held his plans for Venezuela close to his chest — until now
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Until this week, the Trump administration had provided few details about how involved it would be in Venezuela's governance. New information suggests it will look to hold the purse strings for some time.

State government backs out of central Queensland wind farm
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

CleanCo says the project does not align with the Queensland Government Energy Roadmap, given changing energy market conditions.

David Speirs sees 'pathway' to election amid eligibility questions
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Former South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs says there is a way he could stand for the upcoming state election — but is yet to declare whether he will — despite the electoral commission declaring he is ineligible.

Live: Aussies through to men's doubles final ahead of women's singles semifinals
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Australian pair Jason Kubler and Marc Polmans win a dramatic match to qualify for the men's doubles final on day 12, while later tonight two-time champion Aryna Sabalenka headlines a women's singles semifinals double-header. Follow live.

15 dead after plane crashes in mountainous region of Colombia
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

A plane crash in north-east Colombia kills all 15 people on board, including a local lawmaker.

Tasmania takes control of ore stockpile after Liberty Bell Bay defaults on loan
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The Tasmanian government appoints receivers and managers to protect the manganese ore stockpile paid for by taxpayers at the Liberty Bell Bay smelter in the state's north.

Minister says 'mountain is falling off' on notorious transport route
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The NSW government has announced a fresh assessment of a key transport route recently closed by a 200-tonne landslip, but residents say it has all been done before.

First Nations leaders welcome Invasion Day rally terror probe
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

First Nations leaders say WA Police's investigation of Monday's alleged Invasion Day rally attack as "a potential terrorist attack" is a step in the right direction.



News from the BBC World Service

Trump warns Iran 'time is running out' for nuclear deal as US military builds up in Gulf
Posted on Wednesday January 28, 2026

Tehran says its armed forces are ready "with their fingers on the trigger" to respond to any aggression.

Water bills to rise again: Use our tool to find out by how much
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The average annual household bill in England and Wales will increase by £33 from April.

Border agents involved in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti placed on leave
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

As Trump and the Minneapolis Mayor spar over social media on immigration law enforcement, the US continues to be roiled by the killing of nurse Alex Pretti.

Watch: How Alex Pretti shooting led Trump to shift course in Minneapolis
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why tensions have been running so high in the city - and how we got here.

Assisted dying bill 'no hope' of passing unless Lords change approach, warns peer
Posted on Wednesday January 28, 2026

Lord Falconer said the bill has "absolutely no hope" of passing without a "fundamental change" in approach.

Iran protesters treated in secret to avoid arrest
Posted on Wednesday January 28, 2026

Wounded demonstrators tell the BBC they are relying on medics willing to risk their own safety by treating them at their homes.

Why have English teams dominated as Real & PSG face play-offs?
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Five of the eight teams to qualify automatically for the Champions League were from the Premier League, so why have they been so dominant?

Keep suspended pupils in school, ministers say
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Changes to England's school system say on-site suspensions should be used for non-violent behaviour.

Vehicle production in the UK falls to 73-year low
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The industry has "the toughest year in a generation" as vehicle making falls back to 1952 levels.

China executes 11 members of Myanmar scam mafia
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

China executes 11 members of the Ming family that ran scam centres in Myanmar, state media report.

Tesla cuts car models in shift to robots and AI
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Multi-billionaire Elon Musk's electric car maker also said its annual revenue had fallen for the first time.

Yes, you can be friends with an ex - but there are rules
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The four questions you should ask before deciding whether to stay friends or go no contact.

The Papers: 'Countdown to conflagration' and 'Restore high streets or lose election'
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

Many of the papers have headlined on Iran, following threats from US President Donald Trump.

'You don't feel judged': Why we buy more at self-service terminals
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

How restaurants and retailers use behavioural science to get us to increase our spending.

Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger
Posted on Wednesday January 28, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing

Is the US preparing to strike Iran again?
Posted on Wednesday January 28, 2026

Satellite images show a steady and significant build-up of US military forces in the region.

Bill Belichick: A Super Bowl god's fall from grace
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

He is one of the most winningest coaches in NFL history, but his snub from the Pro Football Hall of Fame adds to a growing list of defeats.

Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo: We're like a couple of naughty school kids
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The pair star in Crime 101, a tense thriller that swaps superhero spectacle for a game of psychological cat and mouse.

Britain's oldest rollercoaster closed for good
Posted on Tuesday January 27, 2026

The Scenic Railway is taking "retirement from operation as a ride", Dreamland Margate says.

Watch: Moment roof collapses at a rodeo arena due to snow
Posted on Thursday January 29, 2026

The Saline County Fairgrounds arena in Arkansas was vacant at the time the roof caved in under the weight of snow and sleet following a winter storm.



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