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News from the ABC Australia

Victims of childcare paedophile Ashley Paul Griffith still dealing with ongoing trauma
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A parent of one victim of childcare paedophile Ashley Paul Griffith say they're still dealing with ongoing trauma, as a Queensland review finds his offending could have been stopped.

What is being done about WA's '19th century' youth justice conditions?
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

The inquest findings into WA's first recorded death in youth detention, that of 16-year-old Cleveland Dodd, are a stark warning for the government — and vulnerable lives remain at stake. WARNING: This story contains the name and image of an Indigenous person who has died.

Plenty of other local fish in the sea despite demersal ban, chef says
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

WA food ambassador Don Hancey points to "under-utilised" fish species in WA waters, as the government's ban on catching demersal varieties looms.

'How the hell does this happen?' Double skiing gold for 'beach nation' Aussies
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Olympic medallists Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham start their FIS World Cup seasons with a bang, claiming double gold in Ruka just two months out from the Milano-Cortina Games.

Search underway for man who reportedly fell off jetty in regional SA waters
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Emergency services are searching for a man in Coffin Bay on the state's Eyre Peninsula after the alarm was raised about 1am on Tuesday.

Man and woman charged over fatal Logan shooting
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Police charge a 28-year-old woman with murder over the shooting death of a 41-year-old in Slacks Creek last week. A 42-year-old man is also facing charges over the incident.

Alter Boy's NRG is up for vocalist of the year — yet he doesn't sing
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Luke Eastman's interpretation work using Auslan in the band Alter Boy is recognised in this year's WA Music Awards, with a nomination for vocalist of the year.

Australian carols that are perfect for celebrating Christmas in the sun
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

We've rounded up some Australian Christmas carols to enhance your festive mood, from W.G. James to Christine Anu.

De Minaur claims fourth Newcombe Medal as son of a gun wins junior award
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Alex de Minaur wins the Newcombe Medal for a fourth time, as Cruz Hewitt claims a junior award at Australian tennis's night of nights.

Police restart investigation into NT missing person cold case after ABC reporting
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

The announcement from NT police follows a months-long ABC investigation into the disappearance of a Yolŋu clan leader who vanished without a trace after being acquitted of murdering a police officer.

Farmsafe Australia issues warning after two serious hay bale incidents
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A woman has died and a man has been hospitalised in two separate incidents involving falling hay bales in southern Queensland. Farm safety advocates are calling for increased caution while manoeuvring hay bales.

Farmers say Australia needs government will to unlock biofuel potential
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Fuels produced from waste and agricultural feedstock are tipped to play a role in cutting emissions, but a leading Victorian farmer says political will is required to seize the opportunity.

Sold church to become a mosque as former minister welcomes 'new life'
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A former Uniting church on Hobart's eastern shore is being turned into a mosque. There are plans to use it for Islamic education, Arabic classes and interfaith dialogue.

Live: Australia to host 'significant' US military assets at bases after AUSMIN talks
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Defence Minister Richard Marles says the US will pre-position "significant" American assets at several Australian bases, including Osprey aircraft. Follow live.

Gutted families live in limbo after Zone RV collapse
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

The sensational shutdown of the luxury caravan manufacturer has had a gut-wrenching impact on families from Australia and abroad. 

Live: RBA tipped to keep rates on hold as market awaits clues to next move
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

The cash rate is expected to be left steady at 3.6 per cent as the central bank board wraps up its final meeting of 2025. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 

Marsh open to Test recall despite announcing Sheffield Shield retirement
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Mitch Marsh tells his Western Australia teammates he is retiring, but keeps the door ajar for a Test recall.

Some Israeli-backed anti-Hamas gang members surrender to group
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A handful of members of an Israeli-backed anti-Hamas gang in Gaza have surrendered to the militant group, days after their leader was killed in the strip.

Australia faces High Court challenge of Nauru deal to resettle non-citizens
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

An Iranian man facing removal to Nauru under a controversial agreement will ask the High Court to find the government's plans to deport him lack procedural fairness.

Council announces crackdown on short-stay accommodation
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Hundreds of properties in low and low-to-medium residential-zoned areas of Brisbane will have to seek development approval or be banned from acting as short-stay accommodation.



News from the BBC World Service

Partial victory for nurse in NHS trans changing room row
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A tribunal said NHS Fife harassed Sandie Peggie but dismissed other claims she made against the health board and a transgender doctor.

Why Sandie Peggie ruling could lead to big changes for employers
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A tribunal has ruled that the nurse was harassed by NHS Fife - but dismissed all other claims in her case.

Pioneering new treatment reverses incurable blood cancer in some patients
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Seven out of 11 patients with incurable cancer who had the treatment appear to be cancer-free.

European leaders walk tightrope between backing Ukraine and keeping US on board
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Europe's leaders are trying to avoid alienating Donald Trump while fighting for Ukrainian sovereignty and future continental stability.

Paramount launches rival bid for Warner Bros Discovery
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

The Hollywood battle to buy Warner Bros Discovery is shaping up to be a blockbuster.

Prince Harry's security in UK under review
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

It comes after he lost a legal case to have his police protection reinstated when visiting the UK.

Leonardo DiCaprio's One Battle After Another leads Golden Globe nominations
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Hamnet and Sinners are also recognised, with Timothee Chalamet and Cynthia Erivo up for acting prizes.

'I am not weak' says Liverpool manager Arne Slot as he responds to Salah outburst
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he is "not weak" and denies the situation with Mohamed Salah has undermined his authority.

Major earthquake strikes Japan's north-east coast
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

The magnitude 7.6 tremor prompts orders to evacuate residents.

Israel to review reports that troops killed three-year-old in Gaza
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Israel says it is unaware of a strike, but is investigating the reported death of the child in southern Gaza.

Storm Bram named with amber weather warnings for damaging winds and heavy rain
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Damaging winds and flooding rain will sweep across the UK on Tuesday with Storm Bram as Simon King explains

Two more arrested after suspected Heathrow pepper spray attack
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A three-year-old girl was among 21 people injured during the incident at the west London airport.

Why has Paramount launched a hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery?
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

What to know about Netflix and Paramount Skydance's blockbuster battle over Warner Bros Discovery.

Lando Norris on family sacrifices and proving himself wrong after winning F1 world title
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Lando Norris reflects on family sacrifices, proving himself wrong and how a lap in Monaco made him cry and "flipped everything".

Is it a cold, 'super flu' or Covid? How to tell the difference
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

BBC Morning Live's Dr Oscar Duke shares his advice on how to identify whether you have cold, flu or Covid and how to look after yourself.

Jeremy Bowen: Syria feels lighter without the Assads' crushing weight - but now there are new problems
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

One year into his rule Syria's leader has won over Trump and much of the West, but at home people know his weaknesses.

How Bryan Ly went from pro-football heartbreak to Baller League's top goalscorer
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Bryan Ly says being managed by ex-pro footballers in the new football league was "surreal".

I lost £13k after my second-hand EV turned out to be a clone car
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Sevak Maljian says he carried out all recommended checks when buying a used car.

Government promises 50,000 new apprenticeships but how much do you get paid?
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.

Sweaty Betty in new dispute over ad slogans
Posted on Monday December 08, 2025

A period underwear company claims its taglines were copied, but Sweaty Betty disputes this.



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