News from the ABC Australia
Victoria considers 'emergency extractions' of wildlife as bird flu spreads Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
With the spread of H5 bird flu around Australia, Victoria is looking for ways to protect threatened species.
Last year Draper wondered if he would play again. Now he's a premiership winner Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Sam Draper walked into a successful program that had just won back-to-back premierships. He helped it secure its third.
NDIS housing provider goes bust as liquidator questions missing cash Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Dozens of investors put their savings into the Fairy Meadow House project in Wollongong which raised some $10 million, but nothing was ever built.
Fremantle's recovery from inexplicable collapse begins by sitting in grief Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Even before Fremantle's heartbroken players left the field of play at the MCG, the recovery from one of the most devastating losses in league history had already begun.
What young people want to know about the law Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
From criminal records and phone privacy to social media, consent and hanging out with mates, a lawyer breaks down some of the legal traps every young Australian, and their parents, should know about.
Gazan children are returning to school but war is still front of mind Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Children are returning to schools and makeshift education facilities in Gaza but the war has left its mark on their studies.
Scientists develop tech to measure eucalypt flammability from space Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Homegrown technology to monitor the flammability of eucalypt forests could be Australia's first satellite mission for Earth observation, if scientists can raise the funds.
'When fear takes over': Responding to the DRC's largest Ebola outbreak Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Amid the largest Ebola virus outbreak recorded in the DRC's history, healthcare workers try to keep the system running.
Ghost Bats and Maven Smart: How AI is transforming Defence Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Militaries across the world, including Australia, are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence to pilot drones and analyse intelligence. But experts worry "automation bias" could be creeping in.
'Insidious money grab': Aspiring candidates slam One Nation processes Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Former One Nation candidates reveal they’re walking away from the party after witnessing its operations behind closed doors.
What the first coercive control cases reveal about a 'life-saving' law Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
NSW's coercive control law has been life-changing for DV victims like Samantha Bouffler. But two years in, it's unclear whether the contentious new legislation is the statewide success story many have been hoping for.
Despite the doom and gloom, Australia can't afford to write off AI Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Australia may want AI to live up to its promise, but has just experienced how easily things can go wrong. The challenge now is figuring out how to harness one without getting blindsided by the other.
Do you go Gaga for music trivia? Right this way... Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Your spelling and general trivia skills are useless here. It's all about the music.
Reading fiction has unique benefits for language and empathy Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
What happens in your brain when you read? And can it help you navigate real life? This is what science tells us.
James Reyne still cringes at some Australian Crawl songs Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
James Reyne still isn't sure why you love these songs, but he's starting to make peace with it.
Roosters earn shot at perfect NRLW season with win over Canberra Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
The Sydney Roosters are through to the NRLW grand final, continuing their perfect season with a 20-10 victory over Canberra.
'Trump Strait' post follows Iran offer to reopen peace discussions Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
Iran's proposal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week, according to its Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, but Donald Trump has already rejected the deal.
Russell wins Azerbaijan GP after Piastri disaster in Baku Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
George Russell has claimed a nail-biting victory in Baku, holding off Max Verstappen by just 0.196 seconds to secure his third victory of the season.
CNN barred from Trump trip after judge strikes down White House ban Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
The White House has signalled that CNN will be barred from an upcoming Air Force One trip, replacing the news organisation with a conservative network.
In the greatest and cruellest of grand finals, only the Lions believed Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026
The AFL grand final has never felt so raw as in the five ballistic minutes that elevated the Brisbane Lions to legends and delivered Fremantle the most crushing defeat imaginable.
News from the BBC World Service
Burnham announces scheme to help first-time buyers onto housing ladder Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The prime minister says he wants people without support from the "bank of mum and dad" to receive help. Heathrow Airport warns third runway could be delayed by four years Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The UK's busiest airport cautions it may miss the government target of 2035 as ministers say the deadline has "always been ambitious". Trump rejects Iran deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz in seven days Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The US president says Tehran had only put forward the proposal because it is losing the war. How long can Labour's feel-good factor last? Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg. Republic of Ireland to wear black armbands for Israel game Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Republic of Ireland players intend to wear black armbands "in recognition of all lives lost in the [Gaza] conflict" for match against Israel. Watch: Prince Harry says 'kids are happy' in British school after six years in US Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 He says his children are “happy in school” and the family returned to the UK for "lots of reasons". How the bare nails trend became a class issue Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Bare nails - or nails that appear that way - are a growing trend. But is it as innocent as it seems? Your child has left home. Here's why it's time to stop checking up on them Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Parents say social media groups and tracking apps are feeding their anxiety about children who have recently gone to uni. Murder or medical mix-up? New questions in the case of killer nurse Colin Norris Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 A BBC podcast reveals a scenario in which the nurse's murders may never have taken place at all. The treasured 'eternal snow' on this tropical island is about to disappear forever Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Climate change is transforming Papua's snowy peaks, which hold scientific value and spiritual significance. Could an iced coffee freeze you out of the job market? Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Employees and recruiters weigh into the online debate around interview etiquette. Man City chairman confident club will prove innocence Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Christian Purslow's comments come after Manchester City was found guilty of dozens of financial rule charges brought by the Premier League. Met to re-examine CCTV from Jill Dando murder case Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Police are reviewing footage of a man at Putney Bridge station after the Crimewatch presenter was shot in 1999. Watch: Thousands turn out to see Pope during Lourdes and Paris visit Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The BBC's religion editor Aleem Maqbool explains what Pope Leo's visit means for France. British national among six dead in building explosion close to Acropolis in Athens Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Four Americans and a Greek national are among those killed in a suspected gas explosion, officials said. Orange Order to appeal High Court injunction stopping Drumcree parade Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 Portadown District Orange Lodge had declined a request from Judge Patricia Smyth to postpone the parade along the Garvaghy Road Security lapses at Utah campus where Charlie Kirk was killed, review says Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The indpendent report also says Kirk's aides insisted he speak outdoors, overriding concerns from campus officials. Rayner criticises visa rule proposals ahead of Labour conference Posted on Saturday September 26, 2026 The housing secretary says the government's plans to change wait times for permanent residency are unfair because they "change the goalposts". I'd rather pay thousands on a holiday: Meet the pensioners spending the kids' inheritance Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The phenomenon sees retirees spend all their money on enjoying life to the full. Mystery of concrete ring 'solved after 30 years' Posted on Tuesday September 22, 2026 The concrete ring on the Suffolk coast has baffled people since 1993.
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