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News from the ABC Australia

Melbourne man faked evidence to cover up house party rape, court told
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A Melbourne man engaged in "deceptive" conduct when he raped a woman during a house party and tried to cover it up, prosecutors say.

Sydney man offered $1K for role in anti-Israel vandalism spree
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The court heard Thomas Stojanovski was financially motivated to help fund his illicit substance abuse for an injury he was dealing with at the time.

Breaking: Bird flu confirmed in elephant seal population at Heard Island
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The federal government says testing confirms the presence of avian influenza in samples collected from southern elephant seals on Heard Island — a sub-Antarctic Australian external territory.

From cosy crime shows to grisly mysteries, here's why we can't look away
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

In an era of grim news and uncertainty, audiences are consistently drawn to murder mysteries. But what's behind that enduring fascination for the genre? 

Psychiatrist 'traumatised' families of Bondi victims, inquest hears
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The counsel assisting the coroner says Joel Cauchi's former psychiatrist showed an "exceptional level of belligerence and confrontation" at the inquest.

Call for changes to deadly beach with 'daily' rips after 18yo drowns
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The Central Coast Council will consider safety improvements at a popular NSW beach as loved ones pay tribute to 18-year-old Riahne Louie Vasquez, who drowned while swimming with friends.

Stolen Generations survivor celebrates approval of Perth's first Aboriginal aged care facility
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The 100-bed facility will be constructed on a site where Stolen Generations were taken to against the will of their parents.

15yo charged with Sydney boy's murder faces court for first time
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The 15-year-old allegedly fatally stabbed a 17-year-old boy on Monday a reserve in Rouse Hill in an "unprovoked attack".

Kyrgios's Australian Open wildcard bid heats up with Kooyong entry
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Nick Kyrgios's Australian Open wildcard campaign is on in earnest after the former Wimbledon runner-up was announced in the Kooyong Classic exhibition field.

Malcolm spends his final days spreading awareness about pancreatic cancer
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A Townsville man says there were no warning signs before he was told he had terminal cancer.

How Riddell's rise to become AFLW's best mirrors Kangaroos' dominance
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Overlooked in multiple drafts before making her debut in 2019, North Melbourne's Ash Riddell is now the best player in the league.

Pub made famous by Crocodile Dundee sells after three years on market
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

Famous worldwide, the Walkabout Creek Hotel has been sold for an undisclosed sum. The previous owners have retired, passing the reins to a young local family. 

Uber Eats and DoorDash strike historic deal on pay 'safety net' and accident insurance
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

A deal between the Transport Workers Union and Australia's two largest on-demand delivery platforms looks set to rewrite the meaning of gig economy work, if it is approved by the Fair Work Commission.

Child murderer Bevan Spencer von Einem in serious condition
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

The ABC understands convicted child murderer Bevan Spencer von Einem has been taken to the Yatala infirmary in Adelaide where he only has a short time to live.

Trees toppled, cars crushed, thousands without power: TC Fina in pictures
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

The rare November cyclone, with wind gusts at its core reaching almost 200km/h, pushed over massive trees and damaged homes, cars and infrastructure when it passed Darwin.

School bus cancellations blindside parents and providers
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

The closure of four school bus routes next year has shocked parents and the bus route providers, who heard the news through the media.

Elderly woman charged over alleged hit-run crash that killed 6yo boy
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

An 84-year-old woman is facing charges including fail to render assistance following the fatal collision west of Geelong in March.

Everton player sent off for slapping teammate during Premier League match
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

Idrissa Gueye is involved in a heated moment with Michael Keane during Everton's Premier League match against Manchester United.

Racetrack no longer has pole position in government's 'Perth Park' project
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

The WA government will be hoping its second crack at rebranding this project will capture the public's imagination, or it may be back to the drawing board. 

China's CPTPP bid runs into an old problem — Japan
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

China's escalating confrontation with Japan is colliding directly with its attempt to join one of the world's most demanding trade agreements.



News from the BBC World Service

BBC chairman vows to stay to 'fix' problems
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Samir Shah says he is "not someone who walks away" after criticism of his handling of the recent crisis over Panorama's edit of a Donald Trump speech.

BBC chairman survives MPs' questions – but crisis at corporation is not over
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

BBC chairman Samir Shah appears to strengthen his position during questioning by MPs, our media editor says.

Updated peace plan could be a deal Ukraine will take - eventually
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

The proposed plan is said to have been significantly changed since Sunday - but key sticking points are likely to remain.

Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

Family reunited after a decade – now a Trump clampdown could tear them apart
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Marven's mother and sister could be sent back to gang-ravaged Haiti as a US protection scheme ends.

How X's new location feature exposed big US politics accounts
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

Dozens of pro-Trump accounts are being accused of misleading followers after the social media site began showing user locations.

Farage says he's 'never directly racially abused anybody' after school racism claims
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

The Reform UK leader was responding to reports he made racist remarks to his peers in school in the 1970s.

'Gang in balaclavas targeted our combine harvester': Farmers welcome rural crime crackdown
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Police launch a new nationwide strategy to crack down on organised crime gangs in the countryside.

JFK's granddaughter raises awareness of rare leukaemia with poignant essay
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

Doctors say Tatiana Schlossberg's struggle - even with the best care as a member of a prominent family - emphasises the need for more research.

Trump says he will visit China in April after call with Xi
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The two leaders discussed trade, Ukraine and Taiwan in their first phone call since meeting in South Korea last month.

Judge dismisses cases against ex-FBI boss James Comey and NY attorney general Letitia James
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

President Donald Trump has repeatedly called for the prosecution of Comey and James, declaring them "guilty as hell".

'I'm officially back' - gymnast Whitlock comes out of retirement
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

Three-time Olympic gold medallist Max Whitlock is to come out of retirement to target a place at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.

Are we going to have a white Christmas this year?
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Sarah Keith-Lucas explores the chances of getting snow at Christmas this year in the UK.

The Papers: Labour MPs urged to 'unite for Budget' and '1,000 abuse victims safer'
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Speculation about what will be in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget eve generate many of the headlines.

'We earn £60,000 and want stamp duty scrapped'
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they want to see in the Budget.

What happens next for Marjorie Taylor Greene after exit from Congress?
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

The former Trump ally has decided to end her time in Congress early after a public fallout with the president.

Gueye sent off for striking Everton team-mate - but manager 'quite likes it'
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

Everton's Idrissa Gueye is sent off for striking team-mate Michael Keane during their Premier League victory at Manchester United.

Five key moments after MPs question top BBC figures
Posted on Monday November 24, 2025

BBC chairman Samir Shah, alongside board members and former advisers, appears before MPs after the resignation of Tim Davie.

Music eases surgery and speeds recovery, Indian study finds
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

A new study finds patients who listen to music during surgery wake faster and need fewer painkillers.

Zelensky welcomes amendments to proposed peace plan
Posted on Tuesday November 25, 2025

There was optimism following the talks in Geneva, but no details emerged on how to bridge the huge divide between Moscow and Kyiv over territory and security guarantees.



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