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News from the ABC Australia Builder chosen for Hobart's Macquarie Point stadium The company that built a 30,000-seat arena in Christchurch, New Zealand, is understood to have won the tender to construct Hobart's new roofed stadium. From Scotland to Tasmania, tiny town welcomes new GP A tiny Tasmanian town's first local GP in nine years has arrived, all the way from Scotland. In NAZA, IDF soldiers detail mass killings in their own words Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor have been exiled from their home country over their documentary, NAZA, which features IDF personnel detailing systematic slaughter. ParaMatildas hunt more Australian football history at World Cup Having won Australia's first-ever round ball World Cup in 2024, the ParaMatildas begin the 2026 tournament in uncharted territory for an Australian football team and with the world's best "plotting" against them. The 'huge problem' Saudi Arabia faces in its conflict with the Houthis The Houthis are trying to increase their leverage against Saudi Arabia while the kingdom is reportedly finding it harder to defend against attacks. It presents a "huge problem" in the conflict. Firmus' IPO may have flopped but one state leader still sees 'opportunity' Some say Firmus' money-raising venture last week reflects badly on the fledgling data centre builder, but it appears there's at least one Australian leader who has confidence in the venture — Tasmania's premier. Alleged Chinese spies targeted former premier and AFP commander via LinkedIn The same alleged Chinese spying network at the centre of Australia's first conviction for reckless foreign interference approached more than 100 people linked to Australia, including a former state premier, a police commander and several federal government officials. Five artworks to see at 15 Artists exhibition at Redcliffe Art Gallery The invitation-only exhibition showcases some of the best and brightest early- to mid-career artists in Queensland. It's 'the vibe': Does McDonald's ruin a town? Communities around Australia have fought to keep the fast-food giant out of their towns for various reasons. What happens when they lose? Death puts spotlight on 'promise' to ban ambulance ramping A man's death following a lack of available ambulances has put the spotlight on a Tasmanian Liberal's election promise. Free abortion pledge if Labor re-elected in Victoria next month Victoria would provide free abortion care if Premier Ben Carroll is re-elected, with a politically charged plan to provide better care for women in regional and rural communities. Chalmers and Frydenberg have more in common than they like to admit Delivering reform is proving more difficult by the day. Labor has to go back to the drawing board on its plan to remove the more generous private health insurance rebate for over-65s. That's a $3 billion savings measure up in the air. This strange sea animal is on menus, but it is disappearing from our reefs A new study shows one species of sea cucumber lives much longer than previously thought, putting it at even more risk of being eaten to death by humans. The latest tactic in Australia's illegal tobacco trade is hiding in plain sight As Labor seeks support for tougher tobacco laws, new intelligence reveals how offshore factories are making illegal cigarettes look like genuine Australian products. Investing bonanza as younger Australians lean on AI advice The ASX said a record 11.5 million Australian adults now hold investments outside traditional superannuation and their main home. Emerging trends include taking AI advice, investing in crypto and the doubling of ETF ownership. Russell Brand a 'ruthless, calculated sexual predator', court hears A prosecutor describes Russell Brand as a "ruthless calculated and manipulative sexual predator" in her opening address at the British entertainer's rape trial. Zelenskyy says partners not warning Ukraine of incoming ballistic missiles President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine received no early warning from partners about incoming Russian ballistic missile strikes on civilian infrastructure in Kyiv. Cracking firetrucks, $1b funding shortfall identified in Victorian audit Victoria's auditor has found $1.5 billion dollars is needed to provide critical upgrades to the state's fleet of aging fire trucks, with more than 1,600 CFA trucks needing replacement by 2034. Michelin Guide dishes out first Australian stars to array of SA restaurants A spread of South Australian restaurants has achieved distinguished culinary honours by becoming the first in the nation to receive stars from world-renowned guide Michelin. India's 'cockroach' movement leaders detained for five days Two leaders of India's "cockroach" youth movement will serve five days in jail after being detained during a protest. News from the BBC World Service Russell Brand was a 'sexual predator', prosecution alleges as rape trial begins The actor and comedian has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one of indecent assault. Starlink restrictions in Ukraine war linked to political situation, Zelensky aide says Elon Musk's system allows Kyiv to protect Ukrainian skies and effectively guide drones to Russian targets. We are behind you and that will not change, PM tells Zelensky The Ukrainian president visited London in an effort to bolster support among European allies following a row with Donald Trump. Sally Rooney books withdrawn in UK over Palestine Action support The Irish writer is best known for novels such as Normal People, Intermezzo and Conversations With Friends. Family pays tribute to 'warm and engaging' man killed in tiger attack William Chapman was attacked by the tiger after he entered its pen at Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Drop-off charges at UK airports to be reviewed after sharp increase Confirming the review, the government said it was "vital to ensure travel remains accessible and that passengers are treated fairly". What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung. Container ship hit by projectile sinks in Strait of Hormuz, Singapore says All 21 sailors on the Singapore-flagged GFS Pride were evacuated safely after it was hit by an projectile on Tuesday, maritime authorities say. US inflation rises more than expected - here's what is happening with prices The pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driving by higher motor fuel costs. Netflix to shed 1,000 jobs in steepest cuts since 2022 The cuts equate to around 6% of the streaming giant's total workforce worldwide. Australia's first-ever Michelin stars go to 11 restaurants in one state All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit. 'I applied for 200 jobs' - How 'spray and pray' AI job applications can backfire Graduates are increasingly using AI to misrepresent themselves in job applications, research suggests. But some say their peer group has no choice. One stolen every four minutes - inside the police battle against vehicle thieves Officers tell the BBC they are overstretched and struggling to keep up with sophisticated criminals. Toilet paper and secret recorders: What we know about the arrest of the Saudi OpenAI engineer Abdulrahman Alfozan had worked for the AI giant for more than a year before he was arrested by the FBI. Pope's cancer diagnosis leaves Catholics questioning what comes next With few details so far, it is unclear what might need to change for a Pope who has been focused on stability. Why the lonely in China are hiring 'temporary children' A new industry being dubbed the “loneliness economy” has emerged in China, with people hiring themselves out as companions to help the elderly. Faisal Islam: What surprise praise for UK economy tells us about the Budget On three occasions in the past 24 hours, top IMF officials have praised UK plans to reduce its annual levels of borrowing. Pictured: Winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 Striking images including an urban coyote and an elephant carrying a dead calf are among this year's winners. Sign up now From news and politics to technology and the royals, get the best BBC journalism to your inbox. Shipwreck thought to be 4,700 years old found off coast of Turkey Archaeologists say the wreck is up to 4,700 years old, dating to the Early Bronze Age. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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