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News from the ABC Australia Trial pours cold water on current EV truck viability despite diesel price hike A 2.5-year trial of an electric truck in SA's forestry industry has concluded with the truck now parked, finding it was able to do the job but wasn't cost effective, even with high fuel prices. Rubbish tip closures flagged as regional council tries to recover millions Residents are voicing concern after a cash-strapped council in regional Victoria earmarked three rubbish tips for closure in a bid to save millions of dollars. Sixers coach denies showing disrespect to 'Australian icon' Adelaide 36ers coach Mike Wells rejects an accusation he has shown a lack of respect to Sydney Kings' Matthew Dellavedova during the NBL championship series. Days of placating Trump are over as Europeans push back Early on, world leaders went out of their way to placate Donald Trump. But as the war with Iran drags into a second month, the UK and European leaders are finding their voices. Population of NT town doubles overnight as flood evacuees arrive Flood evacuees from Daly River and Palumpa have been transferred from Darwin to the small town of Batchelor, where they could stay for months. Locals say they were not consulted before the town's population doubled overnight. Bargain avocados in high demand but growers pay price A bumper avocado season is creating a perfect storm for cheaper produce and record export volumes, but growers are doing it tough. Live: NASA's Artemis II mission to the Moon set to launch within the hour Four astronauts are on board the Orion capsule atop NASA's next-generation SLS rocket as humanity prepares to return to the Moon for the first time since 1972. Follow live. England cricketers let off with warning over NZ nightclub altercation Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell escape with a caution notice following an investigation into a nightclub incident in New Zealand late last year. Fridays off: NSW council wants to move to a four-day working week Millions of Australians are about to enjoy two consecutive four-day working weeks due to the Easter long weekend. One council in regional NSW wants to make that a permanent set up. Woman killed by bus in Adelaide CBD in third pedestrian crash in three days Witnesses are being encouraged to seek counselling after a 32-year-old died when she was hit by an Adelaide Metro bus on King William Road in the Adelaide CBD. It comes after two other pedestrians were hit and injured in similar incidents earlier in the week. Live: ASX set to open in the green The ASX is set to open higher following another day of gains on Wall Street. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Qld commuters warned more disruptions to train services possible Queensland Rail has warned there may be more disruptions to train services on Thursday due to protected industrial action from electricians. Government to wave 'big stick' at gas exporters to shore up winter supply It is the first time the government has taken a step towards using the powers it has to limit exports, and it comes at a time when the profits from those exports appear set to surge. Live: PM's national address 'nothing but hot air', opposition says Angus Taylor says the prime minister's address was "nothing but hot air" as Anthony Albanese prepares to deliver a speech at the National Press Club. Follow live. Outback doctors wait 'up to a month' for medical info despite it being digital Rural GPs say privacy barriers and fragmented systems mean vital patient information can take over a month to access, putting patients at risk. Marsh produces IPL fireworks but Rizvi guides Capitals to victory Mitch Marsh launches his Indian Premier League season with three big sixes, but it was not enough to help the Lucknow Super Giants in a six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals. The movement on the rise that police believe aided fugitive Dezi Freeman As detectives investigate whether the sovereign citizen community helped harbour police killer Dezi Freeman, researchers say the anti-government movement appears to be surging in regional Australia. Why domestic violence social workers are leaving the field in droves In the past year alone, NSW-based domestic and family violence services have seen a 22 per cent increase in new referrals — but in the meantime the workforce has shrunk by 12 per cent. Iran briefing: Trump says Iran's 'new president' asked for truce but there isn't one The ABC's Middle East correspondent, Matthew Doran, is in Jerusalem and providing daily updates on the Middle East war. Live: Trump threatens to pull out of NATO, Australia to join talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz Australia will join UK-led discussions with 35 countries on how to reopen the key Middle East waterway, as Donald Trump says he is seriously considering pulling the US out of NATO. Follow live. News from the BBC World Service BBC sacked Scott Mills after learning alleged victim in police investigation was under 16 It comes as Mills released a statement saying he had "fully cooperated and responded" with the police investigation in 2018. UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says It comes as UK-US relations have been strained by the PM's refusal to be dragged further into the Iran war. Travelodge boss was sent email by sex assault victim The victim of a sexual assault in a Travelodge - by a man given the key card to her room - sent an email to the chief executive soon after the attack. Rescuers abandon hope for whale stranded off German island The whale became stranded on a sandbank before it was rescued, only to swim into shallow waters further along the coast. Stella McCartney's clifftop 'forever home' gets planning consent The fashion designer and her husband plan to build the house overlooking a sea loch in the Highlands. CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes Police are carrying out inquiries into Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16 Diagnosed just before her fourth birthday, Sophia, now 15, can no longer speak and cannot walk unaided. US Supreme Court appears sceptical of US birthright citizenship challenge Trump attended the oral arguments in person on Wednesday, a rare move by a sitting president that underscored the high stakes of the case. Hunt for gunman who fled on e-bike after Bristol shooting A man in his 20s suffers potentially life-changing injuries in a shooting in Bristol. Officers investigated after black child suffers broken knee in police search The IOPC is investigating six Met officers, looking at the level of force and whether race was a factor. Two migrants die in Channel crossing attempt French authorities rescue eight people who get into difficulty boarding a small boat, but two of them died. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond. The personal items the crew are taking with them The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices. Weather looks favourable for Artemis launch despite cloud Artemis II is close to launch - Simon King explains the critical importance of the weather to its success. Devastated Italians reckon with 'third apocalypse' of World Cup failure Azzurri fans and management alike are pondering what went wrong after Italy fail to qualify for third World Cup in a row. From water to council tax: How the bill rises (and one drop) affect you A string of bill increases have taken effect but minimum wage and benefit rises will help some to pay them. Watch Carol Kirkwood's emotional goodbye and funniest moments as she leaves the BBC As the BBC weather presenter bids farewell after 25 years, we take you through some of her best moments on screen. Starmer holds off from emergency measures but warns storm is coming The prime minister used a Downing Street news conference to make three big calls on the Iran war and cost of living pressures. Bland or fan love letter? The Super Mario Galaxy Movie draws mixed reaction Reviews are in for the sequel to the mega-successful Super Mario Brothers Movie, but not everyone is convinced. I thought I had a tummy bug, but it was bowel cancer Marie McGrath says it is "unfathomable" that bowel cancer screening in Northern Ireland begins at 60, a decade later than the rest of the UK. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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