News from the ABC Australia
Woman allegedly makes antisemitic comments at Bondi attack site Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
A woman will face court after allegedly making antisemitic comments to a group including Jewish leaders and Sydney Swans players at the site of the Bondi terror attack.
Live: Dees take on Cats at MCG ahead of Western Derby Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Melbourne hosts Geelong at the MCG with one club trying to stay in the top six and the other trying to break in, before the Dockers and Eagles meet in the Western Derby. Follow live.
Live: First medals up for grabs on day one of Commonwealth Games Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
It's officially day one of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with the the first medals of the Games up for grabs in the para powerlifting. Follow live.
Friends turned millionaires take tech company shares battle to court Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
The millionaire co-founder of an Australian video tech company behind some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters has told the Federal Court a decade of hostility by his fellow shareholders has unfairly barred him from selling his lucrative stake in the billion-dollar business.
Have the AFL's rule changes worked? Not exactly Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
A raft of AFL rule changes for the 2026 season have either excited or horrified a range of fans — Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson examine the changes and whether they have had the desired impact.
Court win for Islamic school principal clears way for return to job Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
A New South Wales school principal at the centre of an investigation over alleged antisemitic comments could resume his role after a court ruling in his favour.
Live: Knights lose young gun to serious injury Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Newcastle will likely be without Dylan Lucas for the rest of the NRL season after the backrower suffered a serious ankle injury. Follow live.
Defence minister confirms former senior naval officer faces court martial Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
A former senior naval officer will face charges in a military trial set down for up to six weeks from September 14 with the military court ordering their identity remain suppressed.
Reginald Chard, Australia's last surviving Kokoda veteran, dies at 102 Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Australia's last surviving Kokoda campaign veteran, Reginald James Chard OAM, has died aged 102.
Whitsundays wind farm plan scaled down after backlash Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
A lack of strong wind along and fierce community opposition have forced Alinta Energy to scale back the size of its proposed Whitsundays wind farm.
Parents rally to save 'soul of Brunswick' as youth centre goes up for sale Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Parents in Melbourne's inner north are calling on the state government to save Brunswick's Don Bosco youth centre, which is set to be sold after nine decades.
Sidelined for seven years by lack of funds, Aussie BMX rider now No. 1 Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Financial pressures limited Grafton BMX rider Tahlia Marsh's race starts for seven years, but her determination has now won her a world championship in Brisbane.Â
RSPCA investigates deliberate attacks on kangaroos in Albany Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
The RSPCA is investigating reports of kangaroos being deliberately run over in Albany, Western Australia.
New Trump tariffs 'make it harder for Australian businesses to compete' Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
The Business Council of Australia says a new tariff will make it harder for Australian businesses to compete in the US and could reduce investment.
Villagers hold vigil for stranger as PNG boat tragedy victims wash ashore Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Twenty-seven people including families with young children went missing after two boats capsized in rough seas in Papua New Guinea's north-east on Saturday.
Calls for change after French apprentice jockey's track work death Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
French apprentice jockey Marina Morel died after a fall during track work at Gulgong. Her family is calling for changes to the way racehorse injuries are managed.
Families of Sea World crash victims say 'lives changed forever' Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
After the powerful family statements had been read, Coroner Carol Lee teared up as she made her closing address to the court.
'Terrifying' four hour wait for police to reach life-threatening DV incident Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
Shocking statistics revealed in budget estimates found it took almost 16 days on one occasion in March to respond to an urgent DFV call-out involving injury or an imminent threat.
Aboriginal man died after being handcuffed in Adelaide CBD, police say Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
South Australian Police say they will treat an internal investigation into the death of a 23-year-old Aboriginal man in custody with the "utmost importance".
'It's home': Victim of alleged gun theft, arson wants to go back to Coles Bay Posted on Friday July 24, 2026
With the victim of the Coles Bay alleged home invasion slowly recovering, the row over the Tasmanian government's insistence it will not limit the number of guns a licence holder can own rages on.
News from the BBC World Service
France orders evacuation of tourist spot as hundreds flee wildfires by boat Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials now ordering the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret peninsula. US hits dozens of countries with new wave of tariffs Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Imposed citing forced labour concerns, the levies replace a temporary global duty brought in after the US Supreme Court struck down tariffs in February. Angela Rayner rules out rent controls in England Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 The housing secretary tells the BBC that the Renters Rights' Act is already having a significant impact on the market. Fifty women tell BBC they were pressured into having sex with strangers Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Women said their partners had pushed or coerced them into taking part in swinging. PM to spend first day working from northern branch of No 10 Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Various ministers are also set to work regularly from the northern branch of Downing Street. Hero swimmer helped two children during West Mersea beach tragedy Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Witnesses say the unnamed rescuer dived into the water three times to save the children. Heat health alerts in effect for parts of UK as rain returns for some this weekend Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Highs of 30C are expected in the south on Friday before wet weather arrives for the weekend - although it is unlikely to be enough, as Ben Rich explains. UK mortgage rates rise to highest level for a month Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Renewed tensions in the Middle East feed through to the costs faced by lenders, pushing up borrowing costs. King's Tardis entrance as Commonwealth Games begin Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 King Charles III emerges from a Tardis and a Loch Ness Monster takes the stage at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Glasgow. Scientists find the secret of birdsong's 'spectacular diversity' Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 A scientific study has revealed the acoustic secret that connects all birdsong - and it is surprisingly simple The new $4.5bn bridge which became a symbol of a strained US-Canada relationship Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 A bridge linking Michigan to Ontario is about to open but Canada has disinvited US dignitaries from the ceremony. UK 'ready to defend itself' after Iran says bases are 'legitimate targets' Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 An Iranian military group has issued a warning to the UK over allowing US forces to use British bases for strikes on Iran. They became best friends – then discovered they were brother and sister Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Andrea Urmston knew she had a brother who had been adopted by another family, only to discover he was already her closest friend. Decoding Charli XCX's new album, Music, Fashion, Film Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 The star's new album strips away artifice to examine her life after the phenomenal success of Brat. Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study. Weekly quiz: What creepy-crawly cuisine could land a Michelin-starred restaurateur in jail? Posted on Thursday July 23, 2026 How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? The Papers: 'Burnham eager to get drilling' and 'Tardis fit for a King' Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 The papers are focusing on different aspects of Andy Burnham's first week in the top job. We split bills equally even when one of us earned a lot more Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 Hannah and Max continued to pool finances after Max was made redundant but took "drastic measures" to cut spending. India's youth movement Modi didn't see coming Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 The CJP protest began with exam paper leaks. It became India's biggest student movement in years - why? Mathematicians win top prize after solving century-old problems Posted on Friday July 24, 2026 This is the first time Chinese nationals have won the prestigious Fields Medal.
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