News from the ABC Australia
Pub fire leaves residents mourning more than just a watering hole Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
The temporary loss of a pub is hitting residents of a country NSW town hard.
Rubio's speech to European allies takes softer tone but sticks to Trump's firm stance Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
America's top diplomat uses the Munich Security Conference to call for a renewed partnership between the United States and Europe, with Marco Rubio saying America and Europe "belong together".
How swimming damages hair and what you can do about it Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Regular beach days or laps at the local pool can leave our hair looking and feeling quite different.Â
Tiger scores stunning try in trial, Bulldog in doubt for Vegas opener Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Wests Tigers rookie Faaletino Tavana has laid claim to one of the best tries in 2026 during a preseason trial against the Sydney Roosters.
Apprenticeships have a 'big marketing problem' and it's 'getting worse' Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Mark hasn't taken on a hairdressing trainee for years. He's not alone in thinking low-wage apprenticeships just aren't attractive to young people anymore.
Up to two years' jail for use of hate symbols under antisemitism crackdown Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
The Queensland government has banned more than a dozen symbols associated with Nazi ideology and extremist groups as part of a crackdown on antisemitism.
The Qld farm putting troubled youth on the straight and narrow Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
The rural-based social program in the shadow of Mt Tamborine has had remarkable success in rebuilding the lives of youth who have fallen through the cracks.
While neighbouring islands rebuild, South Molle waits on a jetty and a plan Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
South Molle Island's former resort has been abandoned since it was damaged by a cyclone in 2017. Now, public access to the island is restricted after Cyclone Koji wreaked havoc on its jetty.
Meet the young nippers learning to be lifesavers in a landlocked city Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Young nippers are sprinting for flags, paddle boards and practising CPR despite the nearest beach being 150 kilometres away.
Aussie quits tennis, pens 'ginormous f*** you' on social media Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Australian tennis player Destanee Aiava says 2026 will be her last year in professional tennis, announcing her impending retirement in an expletive-laden statement on social media.Â
Police block road near Nancy Guthrie's home during investigation Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Authorities investigating the disappearance of American morning show host Savannah Guthrie's mother seal off a road near Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home.
Beach patrols no problem for surf lifesaver in powered wheelchair Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
A decade on from a devastating diagnosis, Michael Lord finds purpose through volunteering with his local surf lifesaving club. Â
Overlapping disaster seasons change the nature of emergency resourcing Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
With fires and floods occurring simultaneously, and overlapping with international deployments, sharing critical resources is becoming an increasingly complex task.
Beaches previously untouched by algal bloom 'hit with a vengeance' Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
While parts of South Australia celebrate what could be the end of a devastating algal bloom, nearby communities are seeing the effects for the first time.Â
Former site of Australia's deepest coal mine now waterfront townhouses Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
What was once a working class, coal-fuelled borough is now a sought-after suburb in Sydney's inner west, with houses selling for millions.
Parched start to 2026 for southern Australia as east coast lows dry up Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Rainfall was below average for most of Australia's south-east, far-west and central regions in the first month of the year.
Brumbies shines as Force wilt in the Perth heat Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
The ACT Brumbies have turned up the heat to blitz the Western Force 56-24 in a sapping season-opening Super Rugby Pacific clash in Perth.
'More outbreaks' of deadly zoonotic disease in southern Australia Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Researchers say leptospirosis is emerging as a climate‑driven health threat in Australia, with frequent storms, floods and heatwaves pushing the disease further south.Â
De Minaur reaches third-straight Rotterdam final Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
Alex de Minaur becomes the first man to reach three consecutive finals at the Rotterdam Open.
'Left behind' children paying the price as their mothers work overseas Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026
A generation of children in South-East Asia are growing up without their mothers, who have to work abroad for decades to make ends meet.
News from the BBC World Service
Russia killed opposition leader Alexei Navalny using dart frog toxin, UK says Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 There is no innocent explanation for the toxin being found in samples taken from Navalny's body, Foreign Office says. Europe must be ready to fight, PM tells Munich Security Conference Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The prime minister's speech comes after a tumultuous week in his political career back home. Rubio says US and Europe 'belong together' despite tensions Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The US secretary of state reassures European leaders that the Trump administration backs the transatlantic alliance. Gisèle Pelicot tells BBC: I felt crushed by horror - but I don't feel anger Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 In an extensive interview with Newsnight, the woman at the heart of France's biggest rape trial speaks about betrayal, healing and choosing the right path. One giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's world Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Rejuvenated Scotland sweep England aside in stunning Calcutta Cup win Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Rampant Scotland bounce back from Six Nations defeat by Italy to blow England away in a bonus-point win in a pulsating Calcutta Cup at a riotous Murrayfield. GB women shock curling world champions Canada Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Great Britain's women curlers kickstart their campaign with a superb first victory of the 2026 Winter Olympics while GB's men also won but three British women missed out on skeleton medals. Canada accused of cheating again in curling row Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 For the second time in two matches, Canadian curler Marc Kennedy has been accused of cheating by an opponent at the Winter Olympics. Skier makes history for Brazil by winning gold in giant slalom Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Lucas Pinheiro Braathen makes history for Brazil by clinching his nation's first Winter Olympic medal with gold in the giant slalom. GB's Muir starts big air campaign - Saturday's guide Posted on Friday February 13, 2026 What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Are families being priced out of restaurants? Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The restaurant industry says it is facing a double whammy - rising costs and customers with less money. Rae fell for a chatbot called Barry, but their love might die when ChatGPT-4o is switched off Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Rae began speaking to Barry after a difficult divorce, but Barry lives on an old model of ChatGPT that's being shut down. Why Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi's 'mutual obsession' is giving some fans the ick Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Romance rumours have swirled around the Wuthering Heights co-stars. But is all as it seems? He was once a teen 'superstar'. But James Van Der Beek's cancer left him cash-strapped Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 A fundraiser was set up to help the actor's family after expensive cancer treatments devastated their finances. Rubio speech signals US-Europe relations are bruised but still friendly Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The US Secretary of State sounds a conciliatory tone as he addresses European leaders in Munich. Watch: 'I am a survivor' Gisèle Pelicot tells BBC Newsnight Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Ms Pelicot reveals it is "inconceivable" that the man she shared her life with "could have committed these horrors". Queen's letter of support left Gisèle Pelicot 'overwhelmed' Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The Queen's note said Gisèle Pelicot's courage had "created a powerful legacy that will change the narrative around shame, forever". Scottish craft beer brand Brewdog put up for sale Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Consultants Alix Partners have been brought in to oversee the sales process which could lead to the businesses being broken up. Ex-Reform MP Rupert Lowe launches new party Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 The new party is set up by former Reform UK member, Rupert Lowe. Church must learn from abuse victims, says new Catholic Archbishop Posted on Saturday February 14, 2026 Archbishop Richard Moth was speaking to a 2,000-strong congregation during his installation at Westminster Cathedral.
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