News from the ABC Australia
Victims 'blindsided' by moratorium on Christian Brothers' abuse cases Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Lawyers argue the court's decision to grant a moratorium had thrown abuse survivors into uncertainty.Â
Explosion in feral pig numbers attributed to major flooding in far north SA Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Feral pig numbers are exploding in outback South Australia after record-breaking floods, prompting a call from station owners and the Invasive Species Council for governments to take action.
Captains Flat residents welcome $1m to remove lead-contaminated soil Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Residents of Captains Flat have welcomed the promise of a $1 million fund to help them remediate lead contamination on private properties, but some fear it will not be enough.
Aboriginal activist takes on logging company staff during trespass court case Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
An Aboriginal activist has interrogated forestry company staff over their knowledge of cultural heritage as part of her defence against a trespass charge.
Husband welcomes drug-driving law change after crash that claimed wife Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
A man devastated by a drug-driving "loophole" that allowed a meth-affected driver to avoid a drug conviction after a fatal crash welcomes new legislation.
Governments warned about $240m Nyrstar subsidy payouts Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
A group of international shareholders are warning state and federal governments against giving global commodities giant Trafigura hundreds of millions of dollars to keep smelting operations going in Australia.
Worst start to ski season since 1957, as blizzard finally dumps snow Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Following the worst start to a ski season in decades, a major snowstorm hit the NSW and Victorian Alps last night.
Patients at risk from 'toxic' mental health service, clinicians warn Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Psychiatrist Dr Sarah Dahlenburg was so worried about her region's mental health service she warned her bosses. Two months later, a patient was dead.
Women aren't just 'little men': The consequences of medical misogyny Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Australia has come a long way when it comes to women's healthcare, but experts say medical misogyny is still very much alive — and it's not just attitudes that are the problem.
Moira Deeming launches legal action as party meeting on her future looms Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Mrs Deeming has lodged a case against Victorian Liberal Party president Brian Loughnane in the Supreme Court.
Victoria Park closure cuts international students' access to vital refuge Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Foreign university students say the closure of the park to make way for Brisbane Stadium leaves them without a crucial meeting place to help stave off loneliness and isolation.
Concussion awareness leaving parents 'terrified', experts say Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
A research paper published in June found almost a third of parents surveyed said they stopped their children from playing contact sports out of fear of concussion.
Former Olympian charged over alleged 'vandalism' of US Reflecting Pool Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Former US Olympian David 'Davey' Hearn has been accused of "maliciously" breaking or destroying lining material on the bottom of the Washington DC pool, court documents show
'The best feeling in the world' for Lachie Kennedy is more than winning Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Lachie Kennedy is a big fish in a relatively small pond, but the next few weeks will pit him against some of the world's best as he continues his rise in global athletics.Â
Is Tasmania ready for the AI data centre boom? Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
An artificial intelligence company wants to build three AI factories in Tasmania, but questions are being raised about the impacts and benefits for the state.
Friday news quiz: A space rescue, high-profile pranks and the importance of using your full posterior Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
It's all fun and games in the ABC news quiz until someone loses a telescope.
How World Cup watch parties in pubs and cafes took over Australia Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
They were just supposed to be somewhere to watch the match, but World Cup viewing parties have ended up becoming so much more.
Hype or reality? How Taylor Swift could transform the wedding industry Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Fans believe they know the when and where of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's upcoming nuptials, but much of the reported two-day extravaganza will likely be a cloak-and-dagger operation.
Childcare safety loophole for educators breaching regulations Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
A loophole in the government’s new childcare safety legislation allows educators who have breached safety standards to continue operating.Â
Serial harassers given '19 strikes' on Meta, eSafety boss says Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026
Elon Musk's X Corp is fighting the eSafety Commissioner on three different take-down orders of violent content, including the killing of Charlie Kirk.
News from the BBC World Service
Married at First Sight UK star arrested on suspicion of rape Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 It follows a BBC Panorama investigation, broadcast in May, into the hit Channel 4 reality TV show. Boys who raped teen girls given custodial sentences Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences. Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup. Labour failed to prepare for power, admits PM's former top aide Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 In his first-ever interview, Morgan McSweeney tells the BBC the party did not deliver quickly enough in office. Survivor pulled from rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquakes Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park, and encouraged them as they inched closer to him.
Watch: Kate gives out tickets and meets public in surprise Wimbledon visit Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 After greeting queuing fans and handing out tickets to attendees, the princess took a seat on court 18. Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days. Gary Glitter charged with historical sexual offences Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August. Mini-mart at centre of BBC investigation closed down Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation. I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances. Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they? Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed. Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico. Mexico-England resale tickets cost over £2.6k Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 England fans hoping to attend the World Cup last-16 showdown with Mexico face paying a minimum of £2,600 for one ticket on Fifa's resale site. How do you handle World Cup drama? Take our quiz to find out Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Super fan or nervous wreck? Find your World Cup style with this test From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend. Madonna's Confessions II is finally here - but is it worth the 21-year wait? Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 The pop star's 15th album starts on the dancefloor, but ends with deep personal revelations. '$6,000 on a World Cup trip and I was stranded at the gate' Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute. Watch: BBC at site of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv flats Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Sarah Rainsford reports from the completely destroyed nine-storey block of flats in Ukraine's capital.
I needed to use a food bank after graduating - now I want to end the stigma Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Steven, who now runs his own therapy business, struggled to make ends meet after graduating. People smuggler convicted in France found by BBC living in UK and seeking asylum Posted on Thursday July 02, 2026 Once described as "the godfather" of French migrant camps, he has been working in a Leicestershire village.
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