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News from the ABC Australia

Key observatory shut for months prior to bird flu detection
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

Volunteers and wildlife advocates push to reopen the Eyre Bird Observatory, arguing the station will be critical in monitoring the potential impact of avian flu.

Serena Williams's return to All England Club sparks fan frenzy
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

The 23-time grand slam champion is mobbed by fans and praised by players as she returns to the All England Club ahead of her comeback match.

Paralysed man walks again after golf 'lit a fire' in recovery from bike crash
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

A Sunshine Coast man who was told he would never walk again after a bicycle accident now wants golf to be included in the 2032 Paralympic Games, crediting the sport with his recovery. 

Tasmanian devils the winner from feral cat trapping effort
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

A successful feral cat trapping effort in northern Tasmania leads to a spike in the devil population.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran near Strait of Hormuz
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

The United States says it has launched fresh strikes on Iranian military infrastructure near the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions with Iran escalate again despite a ceasefire agreement.

The outback town with no traffic lights attracting city professionals
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

After escaping the big smoke, these five young people have swapped the metro rat race for a slower life in the outback – and say they wouldn’t change a thing.

History beckons but a 'fearless' opponent awaits the Socceroos
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Egypt is sweating on the fitness of star forward Mohamed Salah, but the Socceroos won't be complacent as they prepare for just the third FIFA World Cup knockout encounter in the team's history.

Does Pauline Hanson's claim of growing support in the ACT pass the pub test?
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

The conventional wisdom is that Canberra is a largely left-leaning city, but the national capital is now among places in One Nation's sights as support for the party surges across the country.

Parents turn to online groups to clothe kids with amputations
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Braxton's mum says there needs to be more clothing options available for children with amputations, after struggling to find some for her son whose leg became amputated in the womb.

Brisbane man makes fastest human-powered Everest ascent from sea level
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Avalanches, altitude sickness, orcs and Justin Bieber — a Brisbane mountaineer is believed to have set a new world record on Mount Everest for charity, despite every obstacle thrown his way. 

Housing shortage does not deter town from embracing migrants
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

The township of Naracoorte, nestled in South Australia's rural heartland, has put out the welcome mat for migrants, who have helped enrich its social fabric and boost the economy.

Live: Harry Kane breaks World Cup record as England stars finally shine
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

England locks up top spot in Group L as Harry Kane becomes the Three Lions' top World Cup goal-scorer in a 2-0 win over Panama, as Croatia beats Ghana in Philadelphia. Follow live.

Family's emotional message after fight against motor neuron disease
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

A Queensland family shares its journey with motor neuron disease for the first time and gives advice on how to cope with a diagnosis. 

Murder trial mementos: The Chamberlain artefacts too sensitive to exhibit
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Forty years ago, the chance discovery of a bloodied matinee jacket unravelled a murder conviction. Now, that evidence lives inside a national museum's collection that's too sensitive for public display.

Venezuela earthquake death toll passes 1,400 as survival window narrows
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

The death toll from two earthquakes in Venezuela has climbed beyond 1,400, as searches for survivors intensify during the remaining hours of the window for survival.

'Worst' wind lull pushes green poster child South Australia to its power limits
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

South Australia is at the bleeding edge of the energy transition but record low winds have pushed its grid to the brink of its limits. 

Singha beer dynasty being torn apart by 'ungrateful child' law
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

The billionaire family behind the Singha beer company is being torn apart by explosive allegations of assault and a century-old law that protects parents from neglectful children.

How many products in your daily life are made from fossil fuels?
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Coal, oil and gas are major ingredients for far more than just energy. Why are we so reliant on oil, and how difficult would it be to find other resources?

Hanson spawned the silliest semantic beard-stroking in 20 years
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

We've come a long way since it was Pauline Hanson who didn't know the meaning of big words.

Keith Urban is a country megastar — so why release a yacht rock album?
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Keith Urban explains why he made a yacht rock album and how his Brisbane cover band days shaped Flow State.



News from the BBC World Service

Scotland's elimination from World Cup confirmed
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

Scotland are out of the 2026 World Cup as they are unable to finish the group stage as one of the eight best third-placed teams.

Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as international rescue teams arrive
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Hundreds are still feared trapped under the rubble, as families desperate for news.

'Every person saved is a miracle': Families call to trapped loved ones in region devastated by Venezuela quakes
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Families keep vigil at buildings where they fear their loved ones are trapped, but face an impossible task to move heavy debris.

US conducts retaliatory strikes on Iran after second shipping attack
Posted on Sunday June 28, 2026

The US said it had hit multiple targets "in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping".

Thunderstorms delay hundreds of Heathrow and Gatwick flights
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

More than 900 flights have been delayed at Heathrow and Gatwick, many due to stormy weather south of the UK.

Burnham will need a Moscow test as well as Makerfield test, says ex-military chief
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.

Iran takes swipe at US' 'unfair treatment' and throws down gauntlet to Fifa
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei says his nation have been treated unfairly by the United States during the World Cup

Where does Scotland's campaign leave head coach Steve Clarke?
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Did Steve Clarke get the best out of his Scotland squad at the 2026 World Cup as they exit at the group stage?

How completing the World Cup sticker book is like having a second job
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

From car park meet ups to Facebook groups, how families try to complete the set on a budget.

Does a World Cup star have roots near you? Try our postcode lookup
Posted on Friday June 26, 2026

Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool

Is Andy Burnham Labour's saviour, or just its best bet?
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Labour insiders give Laura Kuenssberg their take on the man tipped to replace Keir Starmer as PM.

Two years ago, she was delivering Amazon parcels - now she's an international star
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

R&B singer KWN broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.

What happened when I told police I was sexually assaulted on a train
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

After reporting an incident, Esme Rice waited 13 hours for a response from the British Transport Police.

Are we in for a summer of serial heatwaves?
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Forecasters have suggested that summer is likely to be warmer than average with an increased chance of more heatwaves, as Simon King explains.

They quit the West for Russia's traditional values. It wasn't what they expected
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.

Man charged with rape and murder after girl's death
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Kevin Kerjean, 31, remains in custody after the body of a two-year-old was found on Thursday.

Mahmood announces new refugee sponsorship route into UK
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

The home secretary says "capped safe and legal" routes would help to restore confidence in the asylum system.

US strikes Iran after attack on cargo ship
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Iran accuses the US of violating their deal and says it struck targets linked to American forces in response.

Meloni and Trump: A very public fall-out that is proving very hard to fix
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Italy's PM was not long ago being called the "Trump whisperer", but their relationship has gone from public attacks to personal insults.

Raducanu quits practice as Wimbledon fitness fears grow
Posted on Saturday June 27, 2026

Emma Raducanu's chances of being fit for Wimbledon look to be in considerable doubt after the Briton cut short her practice on Saturday.



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