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News from the ABC Australia Pioneering WA abalone ranch winding down amid mounting losses Rare Foods Australia winds down operations amid a Chinese supply glut and falling prices for abalone, after once being the biggest employer in the WA seaside town of Augusta. Melbourne woman set to be extradited after gun allegedly linked to Sydney killing NSW Police are seeking to extradite a Melbourne woman after they allege they have linked a gun used in two other shootings to the death of Marco Tapia in Sydney's south-west in early September. How the WA government tried — and failed — to limit payouts to abuse survivors The Western Australian government was seeking "immunity from liability" in cases put forward by child sex abuse victim-survivors, but the Supreme Court has ruled against it. FBI tip-off leads to Qld 18yo being charged with violent extremism offences Queensland police allegedly find violent extremist material and child abuse material after the FBI claimed he was operating multiple social media channels supporting violence against people of Muslim, Jewish, and migrant backgrounds. First Nations netballers driving change, bringing cultural safety Netball has long lacked Indigenous representation at the elite level. The introduction of the First Nations Tournament and Black Swans are some measures the code is taking to address cultural safety. Shark attack rescuer struggling to forget the blood Keen surfer Shannan Dunn hopes to get back in the water soon, after he was the first to assist a fellow surfer bitten by a shark this week. Bushfire survivor builds fire-resistant tiny home kit that fits in ute tray Architect Adriano Pupilli creates a flat-packed tiny home that meets the second-highest bushfire attack level after enduring the 2019 Black Summer bushfires. NT paramedics could carry pepper spray for safety, minister says The NT government has floated the idea of ambulance officers carrying pepper spray and employing body-worn cameras for their safety, as assault rates against paramedics remain high. Live: Qantas seeks to avert freight ground crew strikes Qantas is heading to the Fair Work Commission as hundreds of ground workers plan strikes next week. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Social media and cultural taste sparks demand for exotic fruits Tropical fruits previously rare to Far North Queensland are finding a booming customer base in capital cities as retailers stock more of the unusual produce. Perth artist paints Parkinson's as monster in solo exhibit Andrew Grero, 40, who was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease four years ago, aims to explain how it affects those living with it through his colourful artworks. Sydney suburban football pitch upgrade soars to $24m It was meant to cost $3.3 million to turn Norman Griffiths Oval into a synthetic field, but a new report has suggested another seven-figure budget increase for what critics say is Australia's most expensive football pitch. Safety fears after plane's near miss with drone over canola crop Blooming canola is a drone photographer's delight, but reports of potentially fatal near misses with aircraft have prompted a warning for operators. Live: ASIO chief says media, politicians should have done more to call out antisemitism Mike Burgess tells a podcast that he, media and politicians should have done more to call out antisemitism following the October 7 attacks. Follow live. Lifesaving Central Queensland rescue services to go to tender The state government is seeking a single operator to tender for the operation of two aeromedical services in central Queensland. AUKUS felt 'too hard' at times, former White House official says Five years after the pact between Australia, the US, and the UK was announced, three of its key architects assess its progress toward its goals, including arming Australia with nuclear-powered submarines to deter Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific. From African shepherd to Australia's marathon record holder Australian long-distance runner Haftu Strintzos shares his "double life" from being a barefoot shepherd in Ethiopia to claiming the national marathon record on just his fourth attempt. Liberal Party grapples with promoting Alex Antic at high-stakes AGM In a ballot that will have implications in Canberra, the South Australian Liberal Party is set to decide whether its future lies with the controversial right-wing senator. A Sydney council's crackdown on smart glasses amid 'growing anger' Canterbury-Bankstown is the first Sydney council to introduce a blanket ban on smart glasses, following similar action by local governments in Queensland and Victoria. 'A dream come true': Walton's unconventional road to professional tennis Adam Walton's path to professional tennis began far from the bright lights of the ATP tour, on courts tucked inside a racetrack in the small Queensland town of Home Hill.  News from the BBC World Service Remains found after wildfire identified as mother-of-three missing since 2019 A 56-year-old man is arrested after the remains of Joanne Sheen were found in London almost seven years after she went missing. Charles 'sounded giddily elated' after Diana died, Earl Spencer claims Buckingham Palace has strongly pushed back against claims in a new book by the late Princess of Wales's brother. Father's tribute to 'sweetest little boy' Noah Woods Rhys Woods pays tribute to his three-year-old son and offers "deepest gratitude" to local people. Watch: Can humpback whales experience grief? Rare footage captured by researchers off Australia's Gold Coast suggests humpback whale mothers may experience grief when their calves die. War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready? The military and government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it Ed Sheeran's tour in 'damage control mode' after Macklemore backlash US stadium owner Robert Kraft says Sheeran asked him to match his own $2m (£1.5m) donation for "aid in the region". New wild cat species discovered - with only one known living member A spotted wildcat long mistaken for relatives has been identified as a new species in Bolivia. King Charles warns of 'existential danger' of AI falling into wrong hands The comments were made at a summit in Scotland with participants from AI giants such as Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic. Archbishop of Canterbury withdraws award from Muslim cleric who praised Osama bin Laden The award was handed out last week, on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Family of 'Putney pusher' suspect say he was innocent and blame police for his death The family of Nicholas Brandram said there was no forensic evidence linking him to the incident. UK Youth Parliament looks set to be axed Some say scrapping the parliament for 11 to 18-year-olds would be a blow for democracy, while others say it is overdue. Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into 'Made in Europe' industry scheme The chancellor wants the Made in Europe programme to deepen ties with the UK "rather than erecting new barriers". This Olympic river has 500 crocodiles in it - but that's not the main concern Queensland's Fitzroy River has been selected for the 2032 Games, despite concerns over the course - and its inhabitants. Warm words on Canada's EU 'associate membership' but no guarantees There is no certainty that the idea will ever get off the ground, let alone become a blueprint for other countries, writes Katya Adler. Verified video shows wreckage of Saudi fighter jet shot down over Yemen BBC Verify tracks down the location of a Houthi video showing the wreckage of an F-15 they claim to have shot down. The big questions for Tuchel's first England squad since World Cup Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss. The Papers: 'Giddy King' and 'war of words' over Earl Spencer book Most papers feature the latest from the royal feud on the second day of Diana's brother Earl Spencer's book being serialised in the Daily Mail. Balaclava boys on electric bikes: How to tackle the problem? The sight of masked young men on electric bikes or motorcycles is becoming increasingly familiar - what can be done about it? Steve Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment. Interest rates held but Bank signals rise if energy prices stay high Rates are held for the sixth time in a row but the Bank of England says high energy prices make a future rise more likely. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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