News from the ABC Australia
Brisbane man drowns in surf on Sunshine Coast Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
A Brisbane man has died on the Sunshine Coast after he went missing in the surf on Saturday afternoon.
Honest radio and an antidote to depression. Why these fans love Kyle and Jackie O Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
An actress, electrician and real estate agent all have one thing in common – their love for Kyle and Jackie O. Here's why they've stuck by the pair through thick and thin.
SA Liberals back One Nation as leader won't condemn Bernardi comments Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
South Australia's Liberal opposition will preference One Nation over Labor at the upcoming state election, as other parties condemn "outrageous" comments by One Nation's Cory Bernardi.
Hero teen reunited with rescuers who saved family swept out to sea Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
A WA family who made global headlines when they were rescued after being swept out to sea have been reunited with the local heroes who saved them.Â
Live: Titans' new era starts against Sharks in Cronulla Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
The Gold Coast Titans kick off the Josh Hannay era at Shark Park before Manly halfback Jamal Fogarty faces his old Raiders teammates at Brookvale Oval. Follow live.
Media personality, broadcaster, and Agro puppeteer Jamie Dunn dies aged 76 Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Dunn was a long-standing host of the B105 breakfast program but was known across the country as Agro — a puppet made out of a bath mat that rose to fame in 1990s.
Live: Perry makes history at the WACA as Australia aims for first-innings lead Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Australia will be hoping its star-studded middle order can provide it a first-innings lead as India searches for wickets on day two at the WACA. Follow live.
Live: Giants firing early against Hawks before premiers open campaign in Brisbane Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
An injury-hit GWS side opens their season against Hawthorn in Sydney, before the Brisbane Lions unfurl their premiership flag against the Bulldogs. Follow live.
Live: Mercedes dominate F1 qualifying, Verstappen crashes out in Melbourne Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Oscar Piastri has qualified fifth for Sunday's Australian Grand Prix, as Mercedes driver George Russell dominated to take pole. Follow live.
Family mourns 18yo lifesaver found dead in surf Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
An 18-year-old surf lifesaver whose disappearance prompted a three-day search off Buddina Beach is being remembered for his love of the ocean and big heart.
If 'mini supreme leader' Mojtaba Khamenei rises to power it will send a message Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
As senior clerics responsible for selecting Iran's next supreme leader met this week to discuss their pick, a familiar name emerged as the frontrunner: Mojtaba Khamenei.Â
Helicopters evacuating NT's remote communities amid flooding Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Hundreds of remote residents are being evacuated from their small communities by air this weekend, as flooding inundates parts of the Northern Territory.
Sympathy in short supply as Lomax urged to 'live with' his NRL exit Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Wayne Bennett rules South Sydney out of the Zac Lomax stakes, with the Rabbitohs coach insisting the exiled State of Origin star must live with the consequences of his split with Parramatta.Â
Zempilas tells right-wing conference Liberals must win back 'lost Australians' Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas tells a conservative conference the Liberal Party must stop haemorrhaging voters and win back "lost Australians".
'I'm not going to sit here and get killed': Trans lives in Trump's America Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Since Donald Trump returned to power last year, trans Americans say they feel dehumanised, unsafe and isolated from public spaces. For some, Australia has provided a safe haven.
We met a great wall of polite silence at China's National People's Congress Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
China gives foreign journalists one chance each year to speak with politicians. Here’s what happened when I tried.
Mercedes involved in crash in practice ahead of F1 qualifying Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
George Russell will enter Saturday's qualifying session for the Australian Grand Prix having posted the fastest time in practice, while his teammate suffered a big crash late in the session. Â
Comedy course for 'cranky women' allows them to rage on stage Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
A funny thing happened on the way to menopause. Twelve first-time comedians are finding the humour in some of their most confronting life experiences.
The Catholic priest who quit over celibacy rules Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Alberto Ravagnani quit the Catholic priesthood last month saying it was too difficult to remain celibate.
PNG military boss issues warning over Australian rifles after high-powered guns seized Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
The head of Papua New Guinea's military says the country does not have the capacity to safely store 3,500 rifles Australia plans to ship to the country, raising fears they could end up in the hands of tribal warlords.
News from the BBC World Service
Trump wants to pick Iran's new leader - will a hostile regime under fire agree? Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The president's vision of Iran's future could meet fierce opposition, writes chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet. Huge US bomber lands at UK air base Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The aircraft is the fastest bomber in the US Air Force and is piloted by a crew of four. There's an inflation wave coming - what does the war mean for the UK economy? Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam. AI-generated Iran war videos surge as creators use new tech to cash in Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The US-Israel war with Iran is being monetised by online creators with AI-generated misinformation. Flight paths squeezed as Iran conflict closes more airspace Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 A drone attack on Azerbaijan has narrowed choices for airlines scrambling to respond to disruption in the Gulf. Soham murderer Ian Huntley taken off life support, BBC understands Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The convicted murderer has been in hospital since late February after being hit on the head in prison. Armed robots take to the battlefield in Ukraine war Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Ukraine has embarked on a programme to deploy armed robots on the battlefield against Russian forces. Withheld Epstein files with accusations against Trump released by justice department Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The Department of Justice said the released files had been "incorrectly coded as duplicative" and inadvertently not published. Three women interviewed on suspicion of sex trafficking in Al Fayed investigation Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The women have been interviewed under suspicion of aiding and abetting rape and human trafficking, the Met Police says. Tory peer quits after Lords investigation into PPE deals Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 It comes after a Lords standards probe into his contacts with ministers and advisers during the pandemic. Dave review: British star transcends rapper status at hometown gig Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The 27-year-old took fans on a memorable journey through a decade of his music at London's O2 arena. The Papers: 'Trump demands Iran's surrender' and 'UK voters say no to joining war' Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The conflict in the Middle East continues to lead today's papers as the US calls for Iran's "unconditional surrender". Bridgerton actor told disability could hold her back - then Netflix came calling Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Gracie McGonigal says fans have been "unbelievable" since the release of season four. From a £1bn dream to a brutal collapse: How Brewdog hit the rocks Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 The rise and fall of the garage start-up which set out to revolutionise the brewing industry. Fatbikes are wreaking havoc in Sydney's wealthy beach suburbs Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Teens are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge. Canada's Mark Carney tries to strike a balance on Iran Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The Iran war is posing a test for the Canadian prime minister's "pragmatic but principled" approach to world affairs. 'We couldn't sleep because of fear': Residents flee as Israel pounds south Beirut Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 Communities across huge swathes of Lebanon have been told by Israel to leave their homes due to military action against Hezbollah. Emirates resumes some Dubai flights – what's the latest on travel to UK? Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 New flights to the UK from the Middle East follow days of widespread air travel disruption which had left Britons stranded. Iranian schools, hospital and landmarks among civilian sites hit during US-Israeli strikes Posted on Friday March 06, 2026 A local in Tehran tell BBC Verify that the city has been turned into a "ghost town" as residents flee. Inside the 'chaotic' world of wife carrying Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The UK Wife Carrying Race returns in Dorking on Sunday, with about 70 people set to take part.
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