News from the ABC Australia
Sydney, Melbourne tipped to lead housing price drops as market cools Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
House price falls of up to 7 and 8 per cent in Sydney and Melbourne have been forecast for the year ahead, according to Domain. But it's far from doom and gloom for existing owners, with resale profits hitting a record.
France reports first Ebola case in doctor returning from DRC Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
France has confirmed its first case of Ebola, a doctor who had flown back from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Karl Stefanovic to reportedly leave Channel Nine after Tommy Robinson podcast Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Today show host Karl Stefanovic is set to leave Channel Nine after a podcast interview with British far-right figure Tommy Robinson, Nine Newspapers is reporting.
ASIO warns of 'unprecedented threats' and defends pre-Bondi resourcing Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Australia's domestic spy chief, Mike Burgess, has defended the agency's resourcing decisions in the years leading up to the Bondi terror attack, arguing his agency is grappling with an "unprecedented" volume of threats.
Victorian Liberal MP claims assault by party colleague Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
The Victorian Liberal Party is in chaos after an MP claimed they were assaulted by a member of their own party room.
Neil the seal is back bigger than ever and that's a problem Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Neil, an elephant seal well known to Tasmanians, has returned to land and a new video shows him being coerced off a road for his own safety.
Gina Rinehart names veterans' accommodation after Ben Roberts-Smith Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Australia's richest person has opened a facility for homeless veterans in a beachside Perth suburb.
Wayne Bennett rubbishes 'myths' around South Sydney's injuries Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Not for the first time, South Sydney is counting the cost of an outsized injury toll, with questions being asked about their training surface.
ICAC told favoured candidates got questions before uni's job interviews Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
A University of Wollongong governance manager has admitted that recruitment processes that led to her appointment were not fair or transparent.
NT Labor MLA caught speeding multiple times, years after fatal crash conviction Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Manuel Brown had his licence suspended for three months last October, which was not disclosed publicly at the time. The Arafura MLA also failed to disclose a conviction over a fatal crash when he was initially preselected for Labor in 2023.
Court hears girl was groomed to repopulate 'post-apocalyptic' world Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
A complainant has told a court that alleged NSW South Coast cult leader William "Little Pebble" Kamm groomed her for more than a decade.
Tech billionaire accused of assaulting partner, cutting $66k Birkin bag with scissors Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
A billionaire tech investor accused of assaulting his former partner and stealing expensive gifts he had bought her has his bail varied so he can visit his mother in Sydney.
Australia's mammals are at risk of bird flu. This is what we know Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
While birds are the most likely victims of the deadly strain of bird flu, researchers are also sounding the alarm for native mammals and marsupial species. These are some of the steps being taken to protect them.
Police release video of Townsville gym shooting and shop fire Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Queensland police have released video of a gym shooting and a suspicious shop fire in Townsville in Feburary.
Award-winning artist accused of copying second artwork Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Australian artist Jane Allan, revealed to have previously copied another painter's work, is being accused of a second case of imitation.
New registry established as MND becomes 'notifiable disease' in NSW Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
An MND expert says the registry is a first step to help identify what causes the incurable disease and how it could be stopped.
Qld water minister calls on major water retailer to abandon price hikes Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
South-east Queensland households will face a higher price hike on their water and sewerage bills next year.
How a discarded coffee cup helped solve a 24-year cold case killing Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
Twenty-four years after the killing of a Canberra grandmother, a coffee cup discarded on an east coast road trip leads to the arrest and convictions of her killers.
Has One Nation won the 'family feud' of Australian conservatives? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
There's a "family feud" in Australia's political right, and right now it appears One Nation is winning.
Will Congress demanding US military halt action in Iran end the war? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026
The US Senate approved a war powers resolution seeking to block military action against Iran on Tuesday. But don't expect the war to end.
News from the BBC World Service
Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains Baby deaths and toxic culture - the Nottingham maternity report at a glance Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 A long-awaited review into maternity services in Nottingham finds "systemic" failings. Train passed red signal before fatal crash, says report Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 A preliminary report from the Independent Rail Accident Investigation Branch is published. Burnham on course to be PM, but what would his No 10 operation look like? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Burnham's top team starting to take shape as questions remain over his policies and priorities. Scotland on 'brink of history', fans say ahead of Brazil World Cup tie Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Scotland will play their final group stage match against Brazil later, with hopes of making it to the knock-out stages. UN nuclear chief says inspectors will visit Iran sites as part of war deal Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Rafael Grossi says the IAEA is "working on modalities" but an Iranian minister says such access would only be part of a final deal with the US. Police took eight minutes to find Henry Nowak's fatal stab wound Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 The Southampton student died from his injuries, while handcuffed on the ground by Hampshire police officers Ben Stokes reveals 'highest pressure' of England captaincy Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Captain Ben Stokes admits England are under the “highest amount of pressure” since he and coach Brendon McCullum took charge four years ago. Biggest city in Crimea without power after Ukraine strikes Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Sevastopol's Moscow-installed governor warns there will be no electricity in some areas until the evening. GTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a disc Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game. The UK's summers are getting hotter - but how prepared are we? Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Based on current trends parts of the UK are set to see 40C summers regularly within a couple of decades. How to use windows, blinds and fans to keep your home cool Posted on Monday June 22, 2026 Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise. Power outages hit France as record heatwave set to peak Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 About 68,000 homes in Brittany have been affected, with electricity unlikely to be fully restored until Wednesday night. Want to cool down in the water? Here's how to do it safely Posted on Saturday June 20, 2026 Pick designated swimming spots, learn about riptides and don't use inflatables at the beach, experts say. Air conditioning creates political divide as France records hottest day Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 France is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about air-conditioning as temperatures soar. No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty. Scotland primed for game of their lives against fallible Brazil Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Scotland don't know what they need against Brazil to reach the World Cup knockout phase, but will know they need to improve on the previous two games, writes Tom English. Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 England midfielder Jude Bellingham was not shown a red card despite covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew. Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life. A letter sent by worried staff shows why maternity care is still failing too many families Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2026 Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.
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