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News from the ABC Australia Positive spin from Libs leader as retiring MP Groth forces by-election When retiring first-term Liberal Sam Groth told his leader he was quitting politics, forcing a by-election, Jess Wilson didn't try to talk him out of it. The quiet crisis in Victoria’s firefighting frontline Volunteer firefighters battling blazes that razed homes and destroyed livestock in Victoria last month say they contended with failing radios and broken down trucks, as questions mount over the viability of the Country Fire Authority. I have a question for the men who had no questions about Epstein The millions of pages of documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have shone a light on how many influential men were ready to disregard the experiences of countless women. Guseli earns surprise, 11th-hour big air start Valentino Guseli has been handed a surprise start in Thursday night's snowboard big air competition, after Canadian star Mark McMorris' training injury. Russia and Ukraine conduct POW swap after latest US-led peace talks The Kremlin says it sees progress and positive movement in the talks, brokered by the United States, as Donald Trump urges both sides to reach a peace deal. If you think you're getting stressed watching the footy, you're right A new study reveals how much high-stakes sporting events can get the heart pumping by strapping trackers to over 200 German football fans. Russian captain of cargo ship jailed over fatal North Sea collision A judge described Vladimir Motin as "an accident waiting to happen" as he handed the Russian national a six-year jail term. Starmer says sorry to Epstein's victims for appointing Mandelson as US ambassador British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says former ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson lied when asked about the nature of his relationship with convicted non-offender Jeffrey Epstein. Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Politicians protest David Connolly appointment with NT parliament walkout Seven members of the Northern Territory parliament have walked out of Question Time over the appointment of the next administrator, David Connolly. Porsches, Maserati allegedly stolen from Melbourne homes overnight Four young men are charged after allegedly stealing three luxury vehicles from homes across Melbourne on Thursday morning. Could this supported housing model for the homeless prevent a future tragedy? An inquest into the Bondi Junction stabbing has recommended that the NSW government support long-term accommodation for homeless people experiencing mental health issues. It's a model that is already finding success. Chaos returns to MCG after 'unsatisfactory' Boxing Day Test After the two-day Ashes Test raised eyebrows over the MCG pitch, Queensland and Victoria are on track for another swift finish after 17 wickets on day one of their Sheffield Shield clash. Nationals issue Ley with reunion counteroffer as deadline looms The minor party has given the opposition leader terms that one Nationals MP said they did "not expect" would be acceptable in what has been described as a bid to push out her self-imposed deadline. Alleged attempted murder victim tells of 'cat-and-mouse' chase around office A woman who was stabbed multiple times in an alleged attack which killed her colleague at an Adelaide real estate office tells a court of her “fight for life”. Warning: This story contains content some readers may find distressing. 'Hijacked by left-wing extremists': Calls for Mardi Gras funding review The cancellation of the LGBTQIA+ parade's afterparty has escalated to the NSW parliament, with the Pride in Protest group being accused of threatening the viability of the event. 'Max should not have died': Teen's family react to coronial findings The coroner could not definitively rule that the anaphylaxis death of 15-year-old Max McKenzie was preventable, despite identifying delays in the teen's medical treatment. Man convicted of sexually assaulting two girls at Canberra Reptile Zoo A 26-year-old man has been convicted in the ACT Supreme Court of sexually assaulting two girls at Canberra Reptile Zoo. British billionaire urged to accept $350 million for mothballed mine The Mining and Energy Union says a firm $350 million offer is on the table to restart Tahmoor Colliery, warning delays risk the mine's future and hundreds of jobs. How capital gains tax changes could impact you According to a well-sourced leak, changes to capital gains tax discounts could form the centrepiece of the next federal budget in May. And while the government has downplayed the idea, it has not been ruled out. News from the BBC World Service Could this be the beginning of the end for Starmer? Few Labour MPs are publicly calling for Sir Keir Starmer to go but this is very serious moment for the PM. Man guilty of murdering girl, 9, playing in street Lilia Valutyte was playing outside a shop in Boston, Lincolnshire, when she was stabbed to death. Trump signals US support for Chagos handover deal It comes after the US president suggested last month he could withdraw his support for the deal. Boy, 15, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after teacher injured at school Police were called to Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire on Thursday afternoon. Alton Towers to remove disability pass for people with ADHD and anxiety Operator Merlin Entertainments said the pass was no longer working as intended because of increasing demand. De Montfort University student who died after stabbing near campus named Khaleed Oladipo, 20, from London, died in hospital in Leicester on Tuesday, police say. Bank hints at rate cuts, but don't expect Covid-era mortgage deals The Bank of England may have suggested more rate cuts are on the way, but they are unlikely to go much lower. Parliament revamp could cost £40bn and take 61 years MPs and peers are presented with two renovation options and told to make a decision by the mid-2030s. Leicester City docked six points by English Football League for financial breaches Leicester City are docked six points by the English Football League for breaking profit and sustainability rules. Warning of long airport queues under new EU border control system Airport organisation says queues could last up to six hours over the summer holidays. What was the vetting process for Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador? The PM has accused Lord Mandelson of lying throughout the process - but what did it involve? Naked images remained in Epstein files despite outcry Four images seen by BBC Verify show partially clothed women with their faces and bodies unredacted. Noam Chomsky advised Epstein about 'horrible' media coverage, files show The exchange was among the latest release of files from the US government's investigation into Epstein. Watch: 'Re-traumatised daily' - Epstein survivor says US shouldn't move on from scandal Ashley Rubright tells the BBC she feels vindicated to see accountability for UK associates of Jeffrey Epstein. My break-up blindsided me. Here's how to tell if your relationship isn't working Eve's husband asked for a divorce after six months. Here's how to fix a failing partnership and when to walk away. The 'heinous' child killing that shook a town and the fight for justice Prosecutors tell of their resolve to get justice for the family of murdered Lilia Valutyte. How Team GB overcome fear at the Winter Olympics What do you do if you fall 40 feet on to hard-packed snow? If you're a Winter Olympics athlete, you pick yourself up and try again. What is SEND and why are councils struggling to pay for it? The government is due to publish plans to reform the special educational needs system in early 2026. 'Our daughter's breast cancer symptoms were dismissed because she was a child' Isla Sneddon died in March 2025 aged 17, just six months after she was diagnosed with cancer. What we know about the abduction of Savannah Guthrie's mother It's been days since 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie disappeared in the middle of night from her home in Arizona. Warnings :: No Current Warnings
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