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News from the ABC Australia 'Never happened to me': Sabalenka uses anger to book Aus Open final World number one Aryna Sabalenka books her fourth consecutive Australian Open final, defeating Ukraine's Elina Svitolina in straight sets. Former NQ police officer sentenced over child abuse material The court heard Mark Andrew Lewer had created profiles on four 'dark net' websites. Bluey tops US streaming charts for second year running Americans tuned in to watch 45.2 billion minutes of Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli last year. 'Never seen magnitude' of foreign vessels in Far North Queensland, locals say Torres Strait Island leaders say federal government claims of strong border protections do not match what communities are seeing on their doorstep in Queensland's far north. 'Mayhem' as fast-moving bushfire engulfs backyards in suburban Perth Between six and eight homes were damaged by a fast-moving bushfire in suburban Perth, the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) says, with residents who fled the area told to stay away until it is safe to return.  K'gari backpacker's family to travel to Australia The heartbroken parents of Canadian backpacker Piper James will travel to Australia next week to visit K'gari, the island where their beloved daughter lost her life. Novak calls for 'limit' on Aus Open cameras as Tennis Australia responds The Australian Open will listen to complaints from players like Coco Gauff about behind-the-scenes cameras but remain convinced of their value, Tennis Australia chief executive Craig Tiley says. Tiny-home community set to offer solution to affordable housing A permanent community of tiny homes in WA's South West has been given planning approval. The proposal, pitched as a unique solution to the housing crisis, has drawn criticism from neighbours. Public housing towers for the elderly next to be razed in redevelopment plan Seven towers across Melbourne's inner west and south — all designed to house older people — will be redeveloped in the next stage of Victoria's high-rise redevelopment plan. Shots fired, traffic chaos as allegedly stolen car crashes into school bus Two arrests have been made after police shot at an allegedly stolen car that collided with a school bus before driving towards officers in Geelong. Deregistered Perth builder Nicheliving faces further legal action Deregistered Perth builder Nicheliving is being taken to the WA State Administrative Tribunal over allegations it improperly released customer funds from a trust account. How to prepare for breastfeeding before your baby arrives While most mothers in Australia start breastfeeding, by the time babies are five months old, exclusive breastfeeding drops to 15 per cent. Knowing what to expect — before bub is born — can increase the chances of meeting your breastfeeding goals. China executes online scam ringleaders from Myanmar China executes 11 people linked to Myanmar criminal gangs, including "key members" involved in online scam operations. Homemade steam locomotive to haul tourists after 23-year passion build After initially waking in a "cold sweat" over the enormity of what he had taken on, Ironbank's Glen Smythe can finally relax after finishing his homemade locomotive — although he still has the boiler to build.  'Terrible idea': Backlash over plan for extra public holiday on NSW New South Wales residents could get an extra public holiday in April with Anzac Day falling on a weekend in 2026 and 2027. US wellness industry demand for camel milk a win for Queensland farm Camel milk is in hot demand in the wellness industry, now one Queensland farmer is seizing the moment. How our interactions with AI mirror and reinforce real-world misogyny The design choices behind AI technologies — female voices, deferential responses, playful deflections — create a permissive environment for gendered aggression. Grape sunscreen and chicken sprinklers help farmers beat the heat How farmers make sure their livestock — and produce — stay safe during a heatwave. UK wants 'sophisticated relationship' with China, Starmer tells Xi British Prime Minister Keir Starmer tells Chinese President Xi Jinping he wants to build a "sophisticated relationship" aiming to boost growth and security, signalling a breakthrough in ties after years of acrimony. 'Predatory' former Logan teacher jailed for child sex offences The former Logan teacher, 30, has been handed a 5-year sentence after pleading guilty to multiple child sex offences. News from the BBC World Service What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran. Ministers reject Waspi calls for compensation after rethink Women hit by changes to the state pension age say the decision shows "utter contempt" for their situation. Number of term-time school holiday fines hits another record high New government data shows that fines for term-time holidays have risen again in the last academic year. Homicides at lowest level in nearly 50 years, ONS says The 499 cases of murder and manslaughter in the year to September are the lowest in England and Wales since 1977. Stay on this stunning island for free... if you're willing to count puffins Successful applicants will spend several months helping conservation efforts on Skomer Island. Girl, 12, strangled and raped, court hears Afghan nationals Ahmad Mulakhil and Mohammad Kabir deny offences against the youngster in Nuneaton. Labour blocking my MP bid was hard to take, says Burnham The Greater Manchester mayor said he would be campaigning in support of Labour in Gorton and Denton. Watch: Filipino mayor narrowly escapes rocket launcher attack A mayor in the Philippines has survived a rocket launcher attack on his vehicle in broad daylight. Hampstead ponds trans access challenge dismissed The current policy is that trans men and trans women are entitled to use the pond of their choice. Watch: How Alex Pretti shooting led Trump to shift course in Minneapolis BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why tensions have been running so high in the city - and how we got here. Water bills to rise again: Use our tool to find out by how much The average annual household bill in England and Wales will increase by £33 from April. 'House of horrors' abuser had 26 convictions before he was foster carer Douglas Daniel was allowed to look after young people in the 1980s and 90s, along with his wife Barbara, despite his lengthy criminal record. Yes, you can be friends with an ex - but there are rules The four questions you should ask before deciding whether to stay friends or go no contact. Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo: We're like a couple of naughty school kids The pair star in Crime 101, a tense thriller that swaps superhero spectacle for a game of psychological cat and mouse. How self-service terminals push us to buy more How restaurants and retailers use behavioural science to get us to increase our spending. 'Why can't women have experience?' New Bridgerton series tackles sex taboo Bridgerton is back, with Francesca on the hunt for sex tips and Benedict finally meeting his match. First arrest after high-value museum raid Detectives are still hunting for four other suspects and have released new CCTV images. Assisted dying bill has no hope of passing unless Lords change approach, warns peer Lord Falconer said the bill has "absolutely no hope" of passing without a "fundamental change" in approach. Santander to close 44 branches and put 291 jobs at risk The high-street lender is the latest to announce a swathe of branch closures. Shoplifter killed Asda security guard during struggle She admitted killing the security guard, who suffered a fatal heart attack during the incident in Arbroath. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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