News from the ABC Australia
Homelessness service concerned by changing demographic in clients Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
As cost of living and housing pressures intensify, a South Australian homelessness service says more young women and single mothers are reaching out for support.
Family of coopers keeping the artisan trade of making barrels alive Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Master cooper Dave Schmeider spent nearly 56 years in the barrel-making trade and reckons his "nose is stuffed" and his body is telling him to "back up"; luckily, daughter, Mell, has followed him into the business.
Live: Terrible Wests Tigers torn apart by dominant Panthers Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
NRL premiership winning halves Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai stand on opposite sides as Wests Tigers host the Penrith Panthers in Western Sydney. Follow live.
Inside a Trump-linked plan to turn a communist-era miliary base into a luxe resort Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Ivanka Trump has floated "manifestations" of luxury holidays. Meanwhile, Albanians are claiming "irreversible" ecological damage. Why protests are shaking Albania.
'Almost dying wasn't on my bingo card': Biles reveals 'scariest' health scare Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Decorated gymnast Simone Biles shares an undisclosed health scare, telling her social media followers that "almost dying wasn't on my bingo card earlier this week".
Meet the man born, raised and married in his local town hall Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Brian Baker, 95, spent the first 21 years of his life in living quarters at the York Town Hall where his father was caretaker.
Police investigate machete brawl at Melbourne's Flinders Street Station Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Police say up to 10 people were fighting inside the station on Saturday night before some boarded a train still armed with machetes.
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Paramedics warn of burnout and trauma as ambulance wait times exceed 'worst case scenario' Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Average wait times for ambulances in Tasmania have exceeded worst-case scenario projections, despite extra resourcing, with many staff wanting to change careers, new survey results show.Â
'Happening in every university': Students sent to Putin's 'meat grinder' Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Lessons look a little different at some universities and technical colleges around Russia this year, as the Kremlin tries to entice students to enlist in the military to cover massive casualties in Ukraine.
Love story: Accepting my body is my greatest achievement Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
I'd take a cure for the pain, but I wouldn't take a cure for my appearance. This is who I am and why should I change myself to make other people more comfortable?
Mourners farewell gangster a day after gunman targets wrong funeral venue Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Dozens of mourners have turned out to farewell Sydney crime boss Lorenzo Lemalu at a funeral held at Lakemba Mosque, in Sydney's western suburbs.
Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in occupied West Bank, health ministry says Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Israeli troops shot at a car in the occupied West Bank, killing a seven-month-old baby and wounding his parents, the Palestinian health ministry says.
Australia turns its attention to FIFA World Cup after practice games Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
The Socceroos have finished their warm-up games, and now turn their attention to Türkiye in their first World Cup match. So, what have we learned from their friendly games against Mexico and Switzerland?
Fed-up locals get hands dirty to restore pride in Tablelands town Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Atherton was once named Queensland's tidiest town, but some residents say the main street has become unsightly. Locals have formed a volunteer clean-up crew to restore the Tablelands town to its former glory.
Allegations of double billing and charging for no service at Kalgoorlie hospital Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
A public hospital and private medical imaging provider have been billing Medicare for some services which are not eligible for bulk billing, according to an internal memo obtained by the ABC.
'Beyond our capacity' to defend sea trade lanes, Shoebridge says Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Greens defence spokesman David Shoebridge says it is "ridiculous" to think Australia's military could defend the nation's global trade lanes, and acquiring nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS only invites Australia to a conflict between the United States and China.
How Tasmania's planned new stadium could trigger deal for Hobart Hurricanes Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Cricket's smallest state says it could become a major player in privatisation, with a potential Hobart Hurricanes deal tied to Tasmania's planned Macquarie Point roofed stadium.
Choirs 'like a big hug' offer antidote to loneliness Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
As winter isolation sets in, community choirs are providing connection, belonging and emotional support.
Could this famous architect-turned-priest be named WA's first saint? Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
The life of a world famous architect-turned-Catholic priest is being examined to decide if he should be named Western Australia's first saint. John Cyril Hawes constructed more than a dozen famous church buildings across regional WA.Â
Boy on bail charged over stabbing of homeless man in Bendigo Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026
Police have charged a 16-year-old boy who was on bail over the stabbing of a homeless man in Bendigo on Thursday night.
News from the BBC World Service
Delays to defence plan undermine UK credibility, MPs say Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 The Defence Investment Plan is now due to be released ahead of a Nato summit early next month. Starmer tells supporters he will fight any leadership contest Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 The prime minister's position has hardened since Andy Burnham said he would seek to enter any potential Labour contest. Cosmeticorexia: How girls are falling down a skincare rabbit hole Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Fuelled by social media, the market for children's skincare is booming. Experts fear for the long-term impact on girls Police officer turned Love Island US contestant faces hometown backlash Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Sean Reifel's joined the cast of the popular reality series less than a year after he joined his hometown's police force. Hegseth attacks Europe over migration with beach 'invasion' D-Day speech Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 The US defence secretary was speaking in Normandy, 82 years after allied forces launched their operation to liberate Nazi-occupied north-western Europe. Manhunt for suspects after 12 people shot near festival in Ohio Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Police in the Toledo city say it appears that two people fired weapons and they were "probably shooting at each other". Watch: A veil, gowns and umbrellas at a rainy royal wedding Posted on Saturday June 06, 2026 Princess Anne's son Peter Phillips married NHS nurse Harriet Sperling in a private ceremony. Cake sheds are making bakers £1,000 a week - but the dream might be over Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 They may have captured the public's imagination, but are councils coming for the cute cake cupboards? Not a football fan? Here's how to sound like a World Cup expert Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Not a football superfan? Try these easy conversation-starters to sound like an expert. The Nowak murder has lit a match under British politics. This is how we got here Posted on Saturday June 06, 2026 The police response to the murder of Henry Nowak has triggered a heated transatlantic debate. I was applying for hundreds of jobs - this tip helped me get one Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Four people who weren't hearing back from job applications shared what they did differently to secure their first role. The gamers taking on the industry to stop it switching off games Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Stop Killing Games is challenging the idea publishers can shut down a game without making sure it's still playable. Why pupils are getting custom school leavers shirts made for their last day Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 In between studying for GCSE exams, many students spend hours designing personalised leavers' shirts. The Papers: 'Cuts to fund defence spark chaos' and 'Kate the cream of hearts' Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 The government's defence spending plans feature on many of Sunday's front pages - along with a royal wedding. Iran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visas Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 Iranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country. 'My great-grandad saved your life' - Aberfan survivor left stunned on school visit Posted on Saturday June 06, 2026 An Aberfan disaster survivor met the great-grandson of the caretaker who pulled him from the rubble. Lebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car Posted on Saturday June 06, 2026 The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah. Insecurity and instability drive voters in Peru's tight presidential race Posted on Sunday June 07, 2026 After eight presidents in ten years, many voters are looking for stability so the next president can focus on tackling crime and inequality. Builder wins bet on Epsom Derby thanks to 'spooky' time capsule tip Posted on Saturday June 06, 2026 A member of the team that unearthed the 62-year-old letter put £20 on what came to be the winning horse. 'He's causing havoc': Parrot loose in Inverness blamed for damage to cars Posted on Tuesday June 02, 2026 Residents of Lochardil say the parakeet is pecking chunks out of parts of their cars.
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