News from the ABC Australia
Housing affordability hits all-time low despite falling property prices Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Housing affordability has fallen to the lowest rate on record, with households earning a typical income only able to afford around one in every 10 properties sold across the country in the last financial year.
Loretta had a quiet retirement until Elon Musk built a data centre next door Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
War veteran Loretta Thornton's Tennessee home offered such tranquillity, she named it 'Serenity'. Then, America's largest data centre moved in on her doorstep.
Fred Hollows built something remarkable but its future is under threat Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Sixty years after Fred Hollows ventured into the outback to save the sight of thousands, a devoted team of specialists fears the life-changing work he started might not survive if governments cannot see past a funding blind spot.
How to keep your kids safe at petting zoos Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Here’s what we know about the infection risk at petting zoos, and what parents can do to help keep their children safe.
ABC 50/50 quiz: Test your knowledge of Led Zeppelin, Big Little Lies and your nose vs your mouth Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Each question in the ABC 50/50 quiz has only two options: one is right, the other is wrong. But be warned: we might try to trick you.Â
Life can be hard. These Australians share their ingredients for happiness Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
There's a lot to be stressed about. Cost of living, aged care, the NDIS, global events — the list can be overwhelming. A group of Australians shares their ways of being grateful and content, and how everyday moments can be the most fulfilling.Â
Breaking: Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder trial Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
After deliberating for six days, the jury were unable to come to unanimous verdict as to whether US mother Lindsay Clancy murdered her three children in 2023.
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Russian drone attack hits Ukraine's SBU headquarters in Kyiv Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
During more than four-and-a-half years of war with Russia, Ukrainian government buildings have rarely been damaged in drone and missile strikes.
Argentina's Milei vows Falklands oil sanctions in sovereignty push Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Argentine President Javier Milei escalates his country's dispute with Britain over the Falkland Islands, vowing new measures to halt an oil project near the British-controlled archipelago.
Man jailed for recruiting underage girls for sex Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
A Townsville man motivated by his own "selfish and sinister desires" has been sentenced to 12 years' jail for the rape, sexual assault and recruitment of underage girls for sex.
Romanian prosecutors indict Tate brothers for trafficking minors, laundering charges Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Prosecutors allege the Tates recruited their victims by seducing them before forcing them to produce pornographic content for a webcam business.
Jai Arrow makes emotional 100th Souths appearance, Souths thrash Roosters Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Tears flowed as Jai Arrow made his 100th Rabbitohs appearance, with his Souths teammates helping crush the reserves of arch rivals Roosters. Follow live.
Woman charged with murder after body found in creek on NSW north coast Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Police found the body of an 81-year-old man in a creek on the property in Teven, west of Ballina.
Clear and present Danger as Cats sweep aside Carlton Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Geelong surges to victory at the MCG as Patrick Dangerfield's five goals help the Cats end Carlton's season.
Ex-MP denies he acted dishonestly in deception case Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Former MP Fraser Ellis does not accept he acted dishonestly in wrongfully claiming parliamentary travel expenses, a court hears.
Publican jailed for starting hotel fire to pocket insurance Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
The former publican of the Globe Hotel in Bombala has been sentenced to more than four years behind bars after deliberately setting it on fire for financial gain.
Former Uber driver jailed for indecently assaulting passenger Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
A former South Australian Uber driver has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for the indecent assault of a female passenger.
Ambulance delays contributed to two Darwin patient deaths, coroner finds Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
The NT coroner has found ambulance delays as a result of soaring demand for the service contributed to the deaths of two patients in January and February this year.
Former Monash lecturer pleads guilty to possessing child abuse material Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
Alan Boulton was charged after allegedly inadvertently showing child abuse images to university students in February this year.
Carolina Wilga reveals fight for survival after becoming lost in WA outback Posted on Friday September 04, 2026
German backpacker Carolina Wilga has detailed her extraordinary tale of struggle and survival in remote WA, revealing new details about her ordeal last winter.
News from the BBC World Service
'I'd rather die than ring the police': Distrust and fear in Middlesbrough after A66 crash Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 BBC News visits town where violence has escalated after the fatal crash and residents say they are living in fear. Farage threatens to overhaul Lords and judges to meet his pledges Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 The Reform UK leader promises to deliver on key priorities in the first 100 days of government, if the party wins power. UN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true size Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 The Togo-sponsored resolution was backed by 164 nations - the US the only nation to vote against it. 'A rare moment of joy': Nepal tunnel rescues bring hope for more flood survivors Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 There are still hundreds of workers trapped in a network of tunnels that run along the Trishuli river. Oasis fans say cryptic codes in chip shop video point to Glasgow gigs next year Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Internet sleuths spotted sets of numbers in posters suggesting the map co-ordinates for Celtic's Parkhead stadium in Glasgow. Russia hits Ukrainian security headquarters in drone attack, Zelensky says Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 The unmanned aerial vehicle struck without warning in the heart of the Ukrainian capital. Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister says Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter. UK support for Falkland Islands 'unwavering' after Argentina restates claims, No 10 says Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 The comments come as Argentinian president Javier Milei says the "winds of change" favoured his country's claim on the British overseas territory. Russell Howard 'devastated' after his baby son died shortly after birth Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 The comedian says his son Felix died earlier this year shortly after his wife Cerys had given birth. 'We expect our sons to be killed,' father of teen shot dead in West Bank tells BBC Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Palestinian teenagers Omar al-Naasan and Khalil Abu Alia were shot dead when Israeli settlers and soldiers entered a village in the occupied West Bank. What happens next after Lindsay Clancy's murder case ends in a mistrial? Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Prosecutors could seek a new trial in the case of the US mother charged with murdering her three children in 2023. 100 influencers invited to US Open spark debate on 'tennis etiquette' Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 The behaviour of influencers and content creators has become a major talking point at this year's US Open amid incidents of matches being disrupted. Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage - and Russia is the chief suspect Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere. Families move out of 'nightmare' new-build homes plagued by defects, damp and mould Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Dozens have contacted BBC Your Voice as complaints to ombudsman have tripled in a year. How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 After renewed strikes this week, does either side have an exit strategy? Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday. 73 goals from dropping deep - we ask Harry Kane to break down how he did it Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Harry Kane was the highest goalscorer in Europe last season, yet he plays like a midfielder. We ask him to break down his game. Woman whose XL bully dog killed her cousin given suspended prison sentence Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Kelcie Reed admitted being in control of a dangerous dog which killed 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett. OpenAI agents hijacked German website before Hugging Face hack, report claims Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 OpenAI said it could not "meaningfully respond" to the report's findings because it hadn't been allowed to review it ahead of publication. Xbox caps cloud gaming at 15 hours a month for Game Pass subscribers Posted on Friday September 04, 2026 Xbox said the limits were due to the rising cost of cloud gaming, and would allow it to invest more in its performance
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