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News from the ABC Australia Baby girl born in driveway of Queensland police station Officers were returning to the police station when they were flagged down by a man parked in the driveway. David McBride had a lot to say as he left jail, but not about whistleblowing David McBride had plenty to say from the passenger seat of his pick-up car as he walked free from prison yesterday — but, perhaps ironically for a whistleblower, it was what went unsaid that piqued interest. Once-sleepy Sunshine Coast set to build 30-storey skyscraper Plans for a 99-metre high-rise in Maroochydore's CBD have sparked debate about the future of the rapidly growing region. Property lobby calls for stamp duty change for first home buyers First home buyers in three Australian jurisdictions are being slugged tens of thousands of dollars in taxes when buying established homes, as a property industry lobby says now is the time for concessions. Spotlight on granny flat fire safety after Sydney family killed in blaze The only escape exit from an ablaze granny flat in Wiley Park was the front door, which was blocked by intense flames, leading to the deaths of a husband, wife and son. Woolworths dumps Farmers' Own milk brand Woolworths will discontinue its Farmers' Own milk brand by mid-2027 amid declining sales. Tasmanian parliament to probe transparency of Rushy Lagoon sale A parliamentary inquiry, proposed by the Tasmanian government, will examine aspects of the sale of the state's largest farm to a UK investment firm that has plans for a large pine plantation on the site. One of Australia's longest-serving editors dies aged 96 Robin Letts, the long-serving editor of one of Victoria's oldest newspapers, has died aged 96 after nearly eight decades of contribution to the local paper. Long careers increase risk of brain damage, but is informed consent enough? As debate rages over Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashnij's controversial concussion waiver, what is the answer for players being exposed to potential brain damage in contact sports? Swans AFLW head coach looking to turn his young age to advantage With his playing days not far behind him, 30-year-old Colin O'Riordan feels like he can connect with the team at an emotional level. Hospital missed critical signs before young dad's death, review finds Fatigued clinicians, bed shortages and communication failures were factors in the death of Mena Tuibua, who left Mackay Base Hospital after hours in its emergency department waiting room, a review finds. Travel giant double-billed hotel rooms in refugee accommodation scandal The ABC can reveal a Brisbane-based travel company was invoicing the government for more rooms than a hotel actually had. Farmers 'very nervous', poultry show cancelled as bird flu reaches Tasmania The detection of the deadly strain of bird flu in Tasmania has triggered tighter biosecurity controls on farms and wildlife sanctuaries and the cancellation of a major bird show. Voting underway in Farage by-election battle with bin-wearing comedian Voting is in its final hours in a by-election in Britain's Clacton constituency after the Reform UK leader resigned amid scrutiny of a $9 million donation from a crypto billionaire. Electrical sparks and alleged arson: What caused the California fires Eighteen months on, a new report confirms the cause of one of the deadliest wildfires in California's history as an alleged arsonist faces a retrial for a second blaze. A revival of Death of a Salesman is shining a light on the 'manosphere' Frontline and Jack Irish star Alison Whyte returns to the role of Linda Loman, opposite Anthony LaPaglia as her husband, Willy, in Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman. Third of small businesses don't know if they made a profit last month Small businesses call for support to develop financial literacy skills as new research reveals a sobering reality. 'Israeli terrorists' target villagers' homes in days-long siege A group of Palestinians in a small West Bank village have spent almost a week under siege from Israeli settlers, with members of the community accusing the Israeli military of being complicit in the saga. Victorian Liberal candidate 'counselled' as volunteer program questioned A Liberal Party candidate in a key seat for the upcoming Victorian state election has been "counselled" after questions were raised over his links to a program recruiting international student volunteers for an unidentified political campaign. Friday news quiz: A solar eclipse, Trump's trick, Count Binface and melon mentions Don't look directly at the ABC news quiz without protective eyewear, or at least a bin over your face. News from the BBC World Service Watch: Houses engulfed in flames across Stourbridge Multiple fires burned across the West Midlands and destroyed homes there. UK sees hottest day of the year as 38.1C recorded in Kew Gardens An amber extreme heat warning is in place for parts of England until midnight. Five key takeaways from results day 2026 Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular. Son of 102-year-old says father died after being 'pushed off stage' Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died, police have confirmed. The key signs you may have damaged your eyes by looking at the eclipse Symptoms after looking at the sun without eclipse glasses can include blurred vision Palestinians told to leave homes in village where Israeli settlers besieged houses The mayor of Qusra says Israeli troops have been telling families to leave their houses, using some as barracks. Honeytrap thieves jailed for killing men they had drugged Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru gave their victims the drug GBL to render them unconscious. Mangione lawyers to meet federal prosecutors amid reports of plea deal Mangione faces two federal charges of stalking resulting in death, each carrying a maximum sentence of life in prison. Bonnie Tyler's classic hit spiked in streams during solar eclipse Bonnie Tyler's friend Mal Pope heard Total Eclipse of the Heart playing throughout Mumbles in Swansea. How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise. Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction. Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat. Are the UK's top universities really 'hoovering up' students? The most selective universities have seen the biggest rise in students accepted onto their courses for 2026. 'I worked really hard and it paid off': Elation, nerves and proud parents as students get results A Ukrainian refugee, a firefighter and triplets are among the students reacting to their results. Who could replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt? The job requires managing a complex relationship with the media - as well Trump's high expectations. How Premier League shirts will change with gambling sponsor ban Premier League kits are going to have a very different look this season after clubs voted to ban gambling on the front of shirts. BBC Sport looks at the history of sponsorship, and who is replacing the betting companies. Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy Ukraine, not conquer it", with the war now in its fifth year. 'I was blown away' - the fans who heard Phoebe Bridgers' unreleased album in a planetarium Armagh Planetarium hosts an early album listening party for American singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers. Big Issue says vendors struggling as sales hit by heatwaves Sales have fallen by as much as 30% in some areas of the UK as people retreat from the heat. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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