News from the ABC Australia
Developer allegedly squandered $10m earmarked for disability housing Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Gold Coast businessman David McWilliams allegedly spent the investor funds, raised specifically for six Specialist Disability Accommodation projects, on a luxury car, high-rise, pub and crypto.
Video shows moment Iran walks out of peace talks with JD Vance Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
In a room in Lucerne, Switzerland, the United States delegation, Pakistani and Qatari officials were awaiting the arrival of the Iranian representatives. But as Tehran's men enter the room, they appear to notice the press. Â
Four of our best winter stew recipes for weeknight dinners Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
From a hearty beef and veggie blend to chicken and vegetarian options, these are some of our favourite stew recipes for cosy nights in.
Australia secures biggest-ever defence export deal with Canada Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Canada is buying a powerful radar system to monitor the Arctic, modelling the system on Australia's JORN radar.
Labor MP calls for Lord's Prayer to be scrapped in WA parliament Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
A Labor MP says he wants the Lord’s Prayer scrapped from WA parliament, despite the reading of the Christian prayer being a long-held tradition before sessions.
Second case of deadly bird flu confirmed in WA Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Authorities say a second bird found sick on WA's south coast had the deadly H5 strain of avian flu, as one of the nation's biggest chicken producers announces it is locking down its WA operations.
'ISIS bride' to live 'peaceful existence' if granted bail, court hears Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Charged with four slavery-related offences, Kawsar Ahmad is seeking bail in a multi-day hearing in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court.
World Cup minnow Cabo Verde owes run 'to other smaller national teams' Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Cabo Verde scored its first ever World Cup goal, then came from behind to secure just its second ever point by holding Uruguay to a thrilling 2-2 draw that puts the Tubarões Azuis in with a great chance of qualifying for the knock out stages.
From sleeping in his car and no 'plan B', Paro now has shot at history Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Liam Paro has questioned the mindset of champion Lewis Crocker and revealed he was reduced to sleeping in a car to chase his boxing dream ahead of his historic title fight chance.
Quick hits: Iran's incredible keeper and young Yamal starts in style Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Young Lamine Yamal scored less than 10 minutes into his World Cup debut; Iran and Cabo Verde both held out for famous draws against highly-fancied opponents Belgium and Uruguay respectively; and Cabo Verde's most famous mum arrives to see her son. Here's the quick hits from the World Cup.
Man found guilty over fatal punch attack near Maryborough pub Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
A jury has found Declan Jamie Thomas Burton, 23, guilty of a deadly punch attack outside a tavern in Maryborough on November 2023.
Sydney Swan Taylor Adams announces AFL retirement Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Hard-luck Sydney midfielder Taylor Adams has called time on his AFL career after a tough run with soft-tissue injuries.
Kennedy looks for sprint double as Comm Games athletics team revealed Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Australia's newly flush sprinting stocks squeeze Josh Azzopardi out of the solo events despite finishing second in the 100m at the national championships in April.
Potential students allege visa scam tied to education consultancy Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Aspiring students looking to study abroad in Australia say they've been left blindsided and with their futures in doubt after an education consultancy promised them migration and visa advice.
Gus Lamont's grandmother denies involvement in disappearance Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
One of the grandmothers of missing four-year-old Gus Lamont says police have a theory that she buried her grandson after an accident — an allegation she describes as "ludicrous".
Signs of life in Ningaloo Reef's baby coral after damaging year Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
After suffering its worst bleaching event on record, only to be battered by Cyclone Narelle six months later, the World Heritage-listed reef is showing its first signs of recovery thanks to the efforts of marine scientists.
Final beanie festival a hit with crowds as $400k worth of caps sold Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
The 30th and final Alice Springs Beanie Festival has been a sellout, setting a new record of $400,000 worth of beanies sold in three days.
Bus fleet set to connect southern Gold Coast to existing light rail Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
The Queensland government has released the plan nine months after controversially scrapping stage 4 light rail amid community pushback.Â
Tax system favours older Australians over younger, report finds Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Australia's tax policy settings are leading to vastly different outcomes for people who have the same gross incomes but are simply different ages, a new report shows.
Clark avoids mammoth collapse to win US Open Posted on Monday June 22, 2026
Wyndham Clark holds his nerve to claim a one-stroke victory, as he lifts the US Open trophy for the second time in his career.
News from the BBC World Service
Chris Mason: All eyes on Downing Street - what does the PM say, and when? Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 For the third time in four years, we appear on the brink of a prime minister announcing their plan to leave office, the BBC's political editor writes. First round of US-Iran talks ends with 'encouraging progress', mediators say Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 The US-Iran talks began on Sunday in Switzerland, after last week's agreement, which includes a commitment to reach a final deal within 60 days. Four-day extreme heat warning begins as temperatures could hit 38C Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 A Met Office amber weather warning for heat comes into force and will now last through to Thursday. Paedophile nursery worker could have been stopped sooner, says former colleague Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Staff member who raised concerns about nursery worker Nathan Bennett was "ignored" for months. Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who says the preliminary count is "not yet official or binding". Cape Verde fan goes wild live on BBC News as his country scores Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 During a live BBC News broadcast, reporter Paul Njie interviews a Cape Verde fan when the country suddenly scores its first ever World Cup goal against Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup.
Wowcher sorry for 'unacceptable' crocodile attack email Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 The firm's marketing email appeared to reference an incident involving a toddler at a zoo. Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east. After Trump inspects Reflecting Pool, he says repair work will begin 'immediately' Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 On Sunday, the president flew by helicopter over the refurbished landmark, which is plagued by algae and peeling paint. He claims vandals are partly to blame. Family of driver killed in Bedford train crash 'devastated' by loss Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 Shaun Burton's family say they are devastated, while a union leader calls his death "heartbreaking". Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney. Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Mohamed Salah fires Egypt to their first ever World Cup win - 92 years on from their tournament debut. One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde become legends? Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Cape Verde's impressive World Cup continues with a draw against two-time winners Uruguay - and they will now be looking to make the last 32. Ten-man Belgium remain winless after draw with Iran Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made a string of impressive saves to keep alive Iran's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, as they earned a hard-fought point against 10-man Belgium. Saka trains with England squad before Ghana match Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Bukayo Saka trains with the England squad to provide a fitness boost to Thomas Tuchel before their second World Cup match against Ghana. Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup. The records that look set to be broken Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 The 2026 World Cup may only be 10 days old but the tournament has already rewritten football history. BBC Sport takes a look at the records already broken, or set to be. All three England keepers played there - Carlisle's role in trio's rise Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 From west Cumbria to the World Cup, Carlisle is England's goalkeeper factory, with all of Thomas Tuchel's goalkeepers passing through the club. How many World Cup Golden Boot winners can you name? Posted on Sunday June 21, 2026 How many World Cup top goalscorers from down the years can you name?
Kids were made to eat dog biscuits off the floor - pupils speak out after school abuse payouts Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Former pupils describe staff pelting them with footballs and pouring pints of blackcurrant over them.
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