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News from the ABC Australia

$1m reward in 2003 cold-case death of Harmony Bryant
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Police hope a $1 million reward will produce fresh information about the death of a 26-year-old Kyogle  woman, who was found suffering severe burns in bushland on the NSW Mid North Coast.  

Four charged for alleged offences 'connected' to murder of Adelaide father Chris Robertson
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Four people have been arrested by police for alleged offences "connected" to the alleged murder of Adelaide father-of-two Chris Robertson last year.

People living in vehicles forced to choose between fuel and food
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The high cost of fuel is making it even more difficult for people living in their cars to afford food, electricity and transport.

Brisbane loses captain, Duffy named as halfback
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds has succumbed to injury and will not play against North Queensland.

'Preferred profit ... over the environment': Farm owner fined for clearing 112 hectares of bushland
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The owner of a farm in South Australia's south-east is convicted and fined for clearing 112 hectares of bushland, but the penalty is much less than the $2.2 million he would have had to pay for a permit for the work.

Trucks about to get longer, heavier in bid to reduce fuel costs
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The South Australian government says recent changes to heavy vehicle freight limits will lower fuel costs and reduce the number of freight trucks needed on the road.

Donald Trump has truly been the Teflon President — until now
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Donald Trump has survived what may have brought down many presidents before him. But the "end of civilisation" threat, as it's become known, has exposed a vulnerability he has not faced before.

'Melbourne-like weather' predicted for SA's Gather Round
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

AFL fans are facing a weekend of wet weather for Gather Round as the South Australian Premier says he is "not going to rush" negotiations on the future of the event.

Woman charged after man allegedly struck with hammer in Sydney hospital
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

A woman has been charged after allegedly attacking a man with a hammer at Sydney hospital overnight.

Trump criticises NATO over Iran in meeting with alliance's boss
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

US President Donald Trump vents his frustration with NATO during a private meeting with its secretary-general as relations in the military alliance reach a crisis point over the Iran war.

Four holes-in-one as 8yo steals show on Masters eve
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The annual Par 3 Contest on the eve of the US Masters has produced four aces, but Tommy Fleetwood's eight-year-old son stole the show at Augusta National. 

Australian playwright wins $250k international award
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

S Shakthidharan, whose plays include The Wrong Gods, The Jungle and the Sea and Counting and Cracking, has won the prestigious Windham-Campbell Prize.

Homicide investigation launched in Perth's north after 69yo man dies
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

A man dies in hospital after an altercation at a home in Padbury, and police say a 39-year-old man arrested at the scene is assisting investigators with their inquiries.

China's 26 phone calls that brought on a US-Iran ceasefire
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi says he held 26 phone calls with his counterparts in Iran, Israel, Russia and Gulf countries before the ceasefire was reached.

Large fire damages roof of Olympic velodrome
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Rio de Janeiro's Olympic velodrome has been damaged following a fire, which required about 80 firefighters and 20 fire trucks to bring under control. 

Remote community's bid to relocate progresses after '30-odd years of asking'
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Flood-affected residents from Daly River are in talks with the NT government about moving the remote Aboriginal community to higher ground, with a church offering to donate land for the township's relocation.

Is Hormuz open or closed? Shiptracking data reveals true picture
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has remained at an effective standstill in the 24 hours since Iran conditionally lifted its blockade on the critical shipping lane, amid a fragile ceasefire with the US and Israel.

House empty more than a year after 69-year-old renter forced out
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

After a lifetime of caring for the elderly, Linda Braam is left battling for a place to call home.

More than 1,000 fish killed in Darwin after iron ore pollution
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

More than 1,000 small fish die in Darwin Port after acidic run-off from an iron ore stockpile enters a containment pond following heavy rain.

Comedian Grace Jarvis on most bizarre encounter working in sex shop
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Grace Jarvis talks about everything from her experiences with autism, ADHD, queerness, and working in a sex shop in her stand-up. Her experiences with chronic illness? Not so much.



News from the BBC World Service

Jeremy Bowen: Ceasefire means respite for civilians, but it might not last long
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

Whether or not a lasting peace deal can be reached, the war and its consequences are reshaping the Middle East, writes international editor Jeremy Bowen.

Trump criticises Nato as alliance chief describes meeting as 'very frank'
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The US president says Nato "wasn't there when we needed them" during the Iran war.

Negotiators face huge task to close gaps in rival Iran peace proposals
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

A US 15-point plan and an Iranian 10-point variant are oceans apart, writes the BBC's diplomatic correspondent.

'Even if Iran war ends now, farmers' costs will have to be passed on'
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.

Iran warning adds to shipping uncertainty
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.

22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans

Pioneering wildlife cameraman Doug Allan dies in Nepal
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The cameraman and photographer won eight Emmy Awards for his work on acclaimed series like Blue Planet alongside Sir David Attenborough.

Starmer says much work remains to make US-Iran ceasefire hold
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The prime minister says fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz would help "stabilise" prices in the UK.

Oil prices rise as traders eye fragile US-Iran ceasefire
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The cost of crude plunged on Wednesday after a deal was announced that includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in Matthew Perry overdose death
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

Jasveen Sangha was found guilty of selling drugs that killed Friends actor Matthew Perry who had struggled with addiction for years.

New light shed on who benefits most from weight-loss jabs
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs to treat obesity, research suggests.

Jim Whittaker, first American to summit Mount Everest, dies aged 97
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The lifelong outdoors advocate and former president of retailer REI returned to Everest decades later with his son.

RSPCA says 250 dogs found crammed into one home
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

The animal charity says it has been forced to refute that an image of the dogs was AI-generated.

Watch: Fire damages roof of Rio's Olympic velodrome
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

Around 80 firefighters and 20 fire trucks tackled the blaze, the state's military fire department said, adding that no one was hurt.

Pastor charged after man drowned during baptism
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

Robert Smith, 61, died from drowning at an address in Erdington in October 2023.

Man, 21, stabbed to death near Primrose Hill viewing point named
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

The 21-year-old died on Tuesday evening after being stabbed at the north London beauty spot.

Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.

He's Australia's most decorated soldier. Now he's at the centre of a historic war crimes case
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say.

The Papers: 'Fragile ceasefire at risk' and 'Putin mocks Starmer'
Posted on Thursday April 09, 2026

The papers on Thursday focus on the aftermath of the two-week ceasefire deal agreed between the US, Israel and Iran.

BTS turned millions on to K-pop. But now it's caught between Korea and the world
Posted on Wednesday April 08, 2026

It boils down to a single, loaded question: Is BTS straying from K-pop in trying to woo the world?



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