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News from the ABC Australia

Australian schoolgirl killed in snowmobile accident in Japan
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Eight-year-old Chloe Jeffries was killed after a snowmobile she and her mother were riding flipped, causing her to become trapped underneath the vehicle.

Rockliff spruiks 'exciting days ahead', but underneath, alarms wail
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

For a debt-ridden state facing cuts to public service jobs, you'd hardly know it by listening to the rosy pictures being painted by Tasmania's premier.

Liquidators find sports centre company owes creditors on top of $61m tax debt
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Employees and suppliers are among 140 secured and unsecured creditors of Queensland Indoor Arenas, run by Colin and Ashlee Kinnest with centres in Bundaberg, Brisbane and Logan. 

Trump hits out at UK and Spain as he talks up Iran strikes
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The US president says Iran's navy, air force and air detection systems have been "knocked out", as Israeli and US forces keep pounding targets across the country.

Treasurer who leased Darwin Port says he'd 'absolutely' do it again
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Former NT treasurer Dave Tollner has described the federal government's plans to take back the 99-year lease of Darwin Port as "an appalling waste of money".

Live: Australian share market is likely to tumble as Middle East war intensifies
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

It looks to be another ugly day on the markets as worries about a drawn-out Middle East war, surging oil prices and potentially higher inflation are fresh on investors' minds. Follow live.

Kids born during drought get to jump in puddles for the first time
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Most of us have memories of jumping in big rain puddles, or making mud pies growing up, but for many regional and rural kids in SA last weekend's rain event was the first time they had popped their gumboots on.

Live: Wong confirms first flight from Dubai to Sydney scheduled for this morning
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has revealed the first flight from Dubai to Sydney could depart this morning if the airspace remains safe. Follow live. 

Times the Kyle and Jackie O show went a step too far
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Kyle and Jackie O have been some of Australia's most controversial broadcasters over the past two decades. Here are their top three controversial moments on air.

Melbourne tobacco shop targeted by armed arsonists
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A Glenroy tobacco shop, which has previously been targeted by arsonists, was set alight by armed offenders last night.

Heavy rain to hit Queensland tropical coast as cyclone chance increases
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A tropical low in the Coral Sea will bring heavy rain to Queensland's north coast ahead of a coastal crossing later in the week.  

Travel quiz: Take a trip around the world with this week's quiz
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Who designed the Louvre's pyramid? And where do pastizzi come from?

'Surviving on reserves': Housing organisation's 50-year legacy at risk
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A not-for-profit housing organisation that has been helping low-income and homeless Canberrans for over 50 years says its future is at risk after having its funding almost halved.

Why a fungal disease on water dragons has reptile experts concerned
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A fungal disease affecting Brisbane's water dragons could be a big deal for Australian reptiles, researchers say

Vietnam typifies perseverance as it aims for new heights at Asian Cup
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Vietnam's women's football team has spent the past 20 years patiently building success out of the spotlight, and is ready to take centre stage at the 2026 Women's Asian Cup.  

Iran's footballers playing on at Women's Asian Cup, amid war in Middle East
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

As war spreads across the Middle East, Iran's women footballers are playing on at the Women's Asian Cup, having already faced a challenging road to make it to Australia.

What you need to know about Iran today, with Laura Tingle
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The ABC's global affairs editor, Laura Tingle, is in Dubai and will bring daily updates from the Middle East war. 

Aged care bushfire evacuation plans are unrealistic, union warns
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The vast majority of aged care facilities would be unable to evacuate in the case of a bushfire, according to the Australian Workers Union. 

Trump's Operation Epic Fury could turn out to be an epic failure
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

What is the White House's justification for authorising US military strikes on Iran? Right now, the answer changes every day.

Longer ballot papers and family voting tickets: Four quick hits on SA's election
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

There were a few surprises when the final list of candidates was revealed for the 2026 state election. Here are four quick takeaways. 



News from the BBC World Service

Trump says Starmer is 'no Winston Churchill' over Iran strikes
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer had refused to grant the US permission to use the Diego Garcia military base.

Funerals held for students and staff after Iran school strike
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Iranian authorities say they were killed in a US-Israeli strike in the city of Minab on Saturday.

UK to send Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to Cyprus
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The prime minister said the "UK is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based" on RAF Akrotiri.

Fears over food shortages in Tehran as residents worry about length of war
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Locals tell BBC Persian they are worried about the availability of groceries and price increases as strikes continue to hit the capital.

We need more updates, say British nationals stuck in Middle East
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Air travel in the Middle East has been severely disrupted since Saturday, with thousands of flights cancelled.

Andrew gives up lease on Crown Estate property
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The former prince hands back a property in Ascot, with lease documents showing an annual rent of £13,000.

No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect.

What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.

The 15-minute call where hundreds of 'devastated' Brewdog staff were made redundant
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The independent brewer and pub chain has been bought by US beverage and cannabis firm Tilray in a £33m deal.

Rapper Ghetts jailed for 12 years for killing student in hit-and-run
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The grime artist failed to stop after his BMW hit Nepali student Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford.

New charges for son of Norway's crown princess on trial for rape
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Marius Borg Høiby now faces a total of 40 charges at his trial and denies the most serious allegations.

Elton John's family photo hung in National Portrait Gallery
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The portrait shows Sir Elton with husband David Furnish and their teenage sons Zachary and Elijah.

The unsung body doubles of Wuthering Heights
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

How a cast of secret stars helped to bring Emerald Fennel's hit literary adaptation to life.

Key points from the Spring Statement - at a glance
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.

'Shh please girls' - the night 11-year-old Gary Barlow left clubgoers gobsmacked
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The Take That star was only 11 years old when he began performing to patrons at Connah's Quay Labour Club.

We still change our plans and routes for safety five years after Sarah Everard's murder
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Five years after Sarah Everard was murdered, women continue to change their behaviour to stay safe.

I take marathon training seriously - but Ramadan is more important
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world's best at the London Marathon is harder still.

Girl power is back - and could cost you up to £10K for Spice Girls coin
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

The collectable pieces celebrate their first single Wannabe and the album Spice, released in 1996.

'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency'
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.

Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping
Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026

Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.



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