News from the ABC Australia
Hemmed in by wars, here's how some airlines are still flying from Australia to Europe Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Travel routes between Australia, Asia and Europe are narrowing. Here is how airlines are still flying the Kangaroo route despite wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.Â
Are couples happier sleeping separately? Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Despite many people like Hannah finding a "sleep divorce" improves their sleep — and their relationship — a "pervasive stigma" about not sharing a bed persists. Â
Tumut's dream to grow nation's biggest pumpkins can't be squashed Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Deep in the NSW Snowy Mountains, these heavyweights of the veggie patch are determined to grow the biggest pumpkins in the country.Â
Breeding and releasing cane toads a 'bit crazy' but for greater good Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Field work is underway near Broome where researchers are deliberately breeding the invasive cane toad as part of a strategy to protect native wildlife.
Rock fishermen drown amid 'very choppy' conditions on NSW Central Coast Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Emergency services find the bodies of two Sydney men after being called to Little Beach, at Bouddi National Park.
Swapping scissors for a circular saw, tradie wants more women to pick up the tools Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
For more than a decade, Haley Miles used scissors every day in her hairdressing business, but, at 32, she picked up tools of a different kind and built a career as a carpenter.
Bringing old Aussie homes into an energy efficient future Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Owners of older homes are being urged to have their energy efficiency assessed, with experts saying improvements will not only make them more comfortable, but help them save money as well.
Heat and isolation amplify menopause symptoms in rural WA Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Pilbara woman Bree Maher spent nearly a year trying to find the right support for her menopause symptoms. She said the heat of northern Western Australia amplified her feelings of isolation.
Dead marine mammals washed up on Port Lincoln beaches left to rot Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Large, dead marine animals found on Eyre Peninsula beaches spark concern among locals.Â
Second new Spirit of Tasmania ferry departs Scotland for Melbourne Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
The second of the new Spirit of Tasmania vessels begins its seven-week voyage from Scotland to Australia. It will remain in Melbourne until a berth becomes available in Hobart at the end of the cruise ship season.Â
The K-pop concert that sparked an online war across Asia Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Criticism of Korean fans bringing professional cameras into a Korean boy band concert in Malaysia, against local rules, spiralled into an online war from Vietnam to Indonesia.Â
Free dance school run by 12yo champion pirouettes to success Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Financial stress means some families cannot afford their children's dance classes, so Armidale tween Annabelle has started a free dance school to keep their dreams alive.
Notorious UK child killer Ian Huntley dies after prison attack Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Ian Huntley had been on life support after being hit over the head with a metal bar at Frankland prison in north-east England.
Government considering military assistance request from Gulf States Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the government is considering requests for military assistance from Gulf countries targeted by Iranian attacks.Â
Live: Ferrari 'rocket' tipped to snatch early lead as F1 opener approaches Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
The first race of the Formula 1 season is here, with thousands flocking to Melbourne's Albert Park for the Australian Grand Prix. Follow live.Â
This pristine tourist hotspot is being preserved by those who love it most Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026
This tiny community is enduring the ultimate balancing act, keeping hordes of tourists happy, mitigating the impacts of climate change and protecting their World Heritage-listed home. Lisa Millar explores how Shark Bay not only survives, but thrives.
Offshore wind farm survey solves 150yo coal supply-ship mystery Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
A renewable energy company's search for an offshore wind farm site leads divers to the wreckage of the City of Hobart, which sank nearly 150 years ago off Victoria's east coast.
Fire crews attend second RSL fire in Melbourne in three days Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
An RSL in Glen Waverley has been significantly damaged by fire in the second club blaze this week.
New generation revives surfboat team three decades after tragedy Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Thirty years after the death of a beloved member during training, Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club revives its women's surfboat team.
Katherine suffers worst flooding in 28 years as NT residents await rescue Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026
Katherine experienced its worst flooding in 28 years overnight, while several Territorians stranded in a nearby remote community are currently waiting on helicopter rescues.
News from the BBC World Service
Navy readying aircraft carrier for deployment as Iran conflict deepens Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The move may raise speculation HMS Prince of Wales could be sent to defend British interests during the Middle East conflict. The legacy of Holly and Jessica's murders: Soham 'won't waste its breath' on Huntley Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The trauma and aftermath of events in 2002 are still having an impact on the Cambridgeshire village. How I've learned that certainty is the thing to really fear Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 After five decades hosting radio phone-ins and debates, Nicky Campbell reflects on the state of public debate 'Our children paid the ultimate price' – How the Dunblane school shooting changed Britain Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 A new BBC documentary charts how the murders of 16 children and their teacher in March 1996 led to a handgun ban in the UK. Jessie Buckley says acting helped her overcome eating disorder as a teenager Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 The Oscar-frontrunner says acting is "like water to me" as she credits her craft with helping her mental health. King reflects on 'pressures of conflict' in Commonwealth message Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 King Charles hails the value of the Commonwealth in divided times in his annual message. Dozens killed as Israeli special forces raid Lebanese village in search of 40-year-old remains Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Overnight, one Israeli operation saw at least 41 people killed and 40 injured, according to the Lebanese health ministry. UK to charter flight for British nationals out of Dubai Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The flight is due to depart from Dubai early next week for British nationals wanting to leave the region. Iranian ambassador warns UK to be 'very careful' about further involvement in war Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Seyed Ali Mousavi says Iran has a "right to self-defence" if the UK directly joins US-Israeli attacks. Why did Iran's president apologise? Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 The apology may hint at a political repositioning inside Iran, writes BBC Persian's Amir Azmi. We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Ordinary Iranians reflect on seven days of conflict and where they see their country going next. In maps: Eight days of strikes across the Middle East Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon and the Iranian regime has carried out more attacks, as the war enters its eighth day. Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last? Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Conflict has spread across the Middle East since the US and Israel launched wide-ranging strikes on Iran on 28 February. Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures. Dancers loved practising in this Singapore walkway. Then the complaints came Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 In super-organised Singapore, disputes over public space are a battle between control and chaos. I donated my eggs to a woman I met on the Tube Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 The story of how a chance encounter between two women on the Piccadilly line led to an IVF baby. 'Death of a monster' and 'Blair rebukes Starmer' Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 Soham murderer Ian Huntley's death following a prison attack dominates today's papers. The heartwarming tale of a father, a daughter, and a wedding band wowing India Posted on Sunday March 08, 2026 Band Baaja Bitiya is the moving tale of a father who goes to rescue his daughter from her matrimonial home. Rapper-politician Balendra Shah on course to be Nepal's next prime minister Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 Thursday's general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September. Timothée Chalamet triggers backlash over ballet and opera remarks Posted on Saturday March 07, 2026 In an interview, the Oscar-nominee danced into some online controversy after claiming no one cares about ballet and opera.
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