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News from the ABC Australia

How are the results tracking in your SA electorate? Take a look at the map of your seat
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Explore the results across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia with these maps as votes continue to be counted. 

Labor Party retains power in South Australia, ABC projects
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The ABC projects that the Labor Party has been re-elected in South Australia, while One Nation is polling ahead of the Liberals in regional areas.

Live: Matildas fall agonsingly close after heroic defeat against Japan
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Maika Hamano has scored an absolutely stunning goal to give Japan a 1-0 win over the Matildas in the Women's Asian Cup Final. Follow live.

Woman hurt in tractor accident at Queensland music event
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The accident happened near Ipswich at CMC Rocks, which bills itself as the premier country music festival in Australia.

Ash was hacked. She wants you to know 'you could be next'
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

In a matter of minutes, Ash Raso lost access to everything from her email address to her social media accounts and even banking. She is among a growing number of younger Australians falling victim to cybercrime.

Live: Labor secures victory in South Australia
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The Labor Party has been re-elected in 2026 South Australian election. Follow our live blog as we bring you updates.

Rhoda Roberts, the woman behind 'Welcome to Country', dies at 66
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Rhoda Roberts AO, the arts executive who had an enduring impact on the cultural life of this country, has died. The Widjabul Wieybal woman was the creative force behind Australia's best-loved festivals and helped bring Welcomes to Country to the modern era.

Dragons reveal return date for Pasifiki Tonga following hospitalisation
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Young St George Illawarra prop Loko Pasifiki Tonga is expected to return to play just a few weeks after being hospitalised with a neck injury.

Five charged over Perth brawl that left man with serious head injuries
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Police charge five people over a large brawl in the inner-city Perth suburb of Northbridge that left a 24-year-old with serious head injuries after he was allegedly struck with a metal bollard.

Liberals pin hopes on ex senior cop to reclaim south-west Sydney seat
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Former NSW Police deputy commissioner Mick Willing vows to "fight for the people of Camden" if elected at next year's state election.

People turning to slow crafts to combat fast-paced world
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Carving wooden spoons isn't a hobby you hear much about, but it's one of many traditional crafts being revived as young people look for ways to slow down and get away from their screens.

Teen charged after 14 women allegedly assaulted while exercising in Perth
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Police charge a teenager after he allegedly assaulted 14 women while they were exercising in Perth's northern suburbs.

Live: Tigers have both halves limp off field in tight loss to Rabbitohs
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Wests Tigers will be sweating on the fitness of its star playmakers, with Jarome Luai and Adam Doueihi limping off during their 20-16 loss to the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Follow live.

Long waits, frustration as technical glitches delay voting in SA
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Voters complain to the ABC about long queues and trouble being signed off the electoral roll at polling places across the state.

These kids beat cancer, but treatments caused long-term health issues
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Maya and Angus both survived childhood cancer, but the treatments that saved their lives left them with chronic health issues. Experts say better care is needed for childhood cancer survivors.  

Dramatic footage shows moment flames engulf Melbourne ice-cream shop
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Two teenage boys have been charged after the store in Tarneit, in the city's west, was significantly damaged early this morning.

Live: Dockers making a statement against Dees, Saints hang on against Giants
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

St Kilda earns its first win of the season, holding on as GWS put together a thrilling late surge, while a Brownlow favourite is one of three hamstring injuries to star players at the MCG. Follow live.

Perth man charged over woman's death fails in bid to have name suppressed
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

A man charged with manslaughter over the death of a woman known to him, in Perth's north, remains behind bars after facing court.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer star Nicholas Brendon dies at 54
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Nicholas Brendon, best known for his role as Xander Harris in all seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died aged 54.

Federal judge sides with media in Pentagon press access fight
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

A federal judge blocks the Trump administration's policy to restrict Pentagon press access, saying it is "more important than ever that the public have access to information … about what its government is doing".



News from the BBC World Service

UK allows US to use bases to strike Strait of Hormuz targets
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Downing Street says ministers approved the expansion after accusing Iran of "reckless strikes".

Sarah Ferguson is keeping a low profile, but pressure mounts for her to give evidence on Epstein
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

There are calls for the former duchess to give testimony in the US, although there is no legal requirement she does so.

Remember Chuck Norris memes but never watched his films? You're not alone
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Chuck Norris became an inadvertent source of humour for a viral online celebration of his movie tough-guy persona.

Northern Lights forecast to reappear across UK on Saturday
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Forecasters say there's another chance to see the aurora tonight with solar activity remaining high.

Iranian man charged after allegedly trying to enter nuclear base
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Police Scotland arrested the 34-year-old man and a 31-year-old Romanian woman at the Faslane naval base on Thursday.

Five questions that still need answering about the meningitis outbreak
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The size and speed of the outbreak which has now affected 29 people, killing two of them, has been labelled "unprecedented".

Iranian strikes on bases used by US caused $800m in damage, new analysis shows
Posted on Friday March 20, 2026

Much of the damage was caused in initial retaliatory strikes by Iran in the week after the US and Israel launched its operation.

Watch: Israeli strike next to British journalist is not AI-generated
Posted on Friday March 20, 2026

The video of the strike, hitting just metres from RT's Steve Sweeney and his crew, was recorded on Thursday in southern Lebanon.

US lifts sanctions on some Iranian oil as energy prices soar
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The treasury secretary says the move will quickly bring about 140m barrels of oil to global markets.

There are no meningitis restrictions in Canterbury - but something feels different
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Events are cancelled and businesses say the city feels quieter after the start of the outbreak which has killed two young people.

Saturday Night Live UK is here - but can it make you laugh?
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The first episode of the British version of the American sketch show hits screens this weekend, and might face a tough crowd.

Paying back my student loan is more painful now I have a young family
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Graduates, parents and students spoke to BBC Your Voice about their experiences of student loans.

Home working, long leases and rise of parking apps - what went wrong for NCP
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day's parking fail to turn a profit?

Russia's school propaganda was highlighted by Oscar-winning film - but does it work?
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The messages are clear: the full-scale invasion is a defensive war and patriotism means unquestionable loyalty.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor Nicholas Brendon dies aged 54
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Brendon died of "natural causes", his family said in a statement, remembering him as "passionate" and "sensitive".

BBC presenter Louise Minchin taken to hospital with frostbite during Artic challenge
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The 57-year-old had been attempting to cycle 300 miles in three days in Canada's Northwestern Territories.

Traitors and Idris Elba help Comic Relief raise £30m
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The annual charity telethon was hosted by Davina McCall and featured appearances from Idris Elba, Katherine Ryan and Catherine Tate.

The fight to control the narrative in the Afghan-Pakistan conflict
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

The battle between the neighbouring countries is taking place as much online as it is on the ground.

A drug transformed my life. Now it's derailed my Australian dream
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

Regan Sparks, who has cystic fibrosis, takes medication that means she is not eligible for a visa.

BTS comeback concert: Seoul gets ready to host 260,000 fans
Posted on Saturday March 21, 2026

RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook will perform together for the first time since October 2022.



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