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News from the ABC Australia

'Bittersweet': Vulnerable moment becomes national prize-winning photo
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Nathan Beard captured a private moment while visiting his beloved aunt in Thailand earlier this year. She died before he this week won the National Photographic Prize.

Live: Lions seeking big win over Pies in battle for third spot
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

With the battle for third spot coming down to percentage, Brisbane Lions will have to put their foot down against Collingwood to get a big break over rivals Hawthorn. Follow live.

Man accused of defrauding Indigenous community not of 'dishonest mind'
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Lawyers representing a man accused of defrauding money meant for an Indigenous community say he made "best effort" to account for where the money went.

Jury discharged in rape trial of competitive bull rider
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

After more than eight hours of deliberations, the jury unanimously found Clay Benjamin Hall not guilty of one count of rape but was unable to reach a verdict on a second count.

Prominent harness racing stable fined over insurance policy failure
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A prominent Tasmanian harness racing operator has been fined $8,000 for failing to secure adequate insurance, which came to light after employees were injured in a car crash that killed four horses.

Teenage boy charged with alleged murder of 13-year-old girl fronts court
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The teenage boy charged with 13-year-old Layla Jeffery's murder faces a Children's Court.

Giant cuttlefish population down by 97pc, SA count shows
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

An official government count reveals a devastating population crash.

Live: Broncos cross twice with 12 men after emotional ovation for Canberra great
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Josh Papali'i receives an emotional ovation at Canberra Stadium, before the Broncos cross twice while a man down in a frenetic opening half. Follow live.

Ex-minister threatens legal action over 'slanderous' comments
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

On Friday, NSW former police minister David Elliott gave evidence to ICAC, telling reporters afterward he is considering legal action against "slanderous" comments.

Israel open to compensating Zomi Frankcom's family, ambassador says
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Hillel Newman says the issue of paying reparations to the family of the aid worker will be investigated in Israel if a specific request is lodged.

Five people in ACT die from suspected overdoses in a fortnight
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Health and emergency services have issued a warning about the presence of potentially lethal drugs circulating in the territory.

Australia names team for second Test against Bangladesh
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Australia have resisted the temptation to play four specialist fast bowlers against Bangladesh in the second Test in Mackay, as captain Pat Cummins confirmed Matt Renshaw would open the batting.

Commissioner says Kumanjayi Little Baby case will 'stay with you forever'
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Northern Territory Police Commissioner Martin Dole has told rank-and-file officers the investigation into the alleged murder of of Kumanjayi Little Baby in Alice Springs was a moment that will "stay with you forever".

Man jailed for chainsaw torment of teenager in shipping container
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A Tasmanian man who held a chainsaw to the throat of a teenager whom he believed had stolen from him has been jailed.

'Career destroying': AFP officer jailed for lying about evidence
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A senior Australian Federal Police detective who admitted to lying under oath about evidence seized during a criminal investigation will spend four months behind bars.

As bird flu ravages stocks, Kangaroo Island is 'sick of bloody disasters'
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Fears about bird flu's potentially devastating impact on South Australia's penguins have fuelled calls for the creatures to be vaccinated against the virus, with Kangaroo Island's mayor saying the local population has "taken a hammering" in recent years.

Top lawyer calls out 'absurd criticism' of Big Build royal commission
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Anti-corruption barrister Geoffrey Watson, who estimated a $15 billion taxpayer bill due to wastage on Big Build sites, has praised the terms of reference for a royal commission announced by the government.

Community pantry dobbed in to council for being on public kerbside
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

A neighbourhood pantry that provides free food to struggling families has been reported to the Brisbane City Council for being on a public kerbside. 

Mobile phones are 'Trojan horses' for germs. Here's how to clean them
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Mobile phones behave like "biological magnets", with thousands of micro-organisms living on their surface, experts say. Here's how to keep them clean.  

Man, 47, charged with threatening to kill Pauline Hanson
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Anton Raymond Illich is accused of threatening the life of the One Nation leader by posting on social media he would "hunt her down and kill her", a Perth court has heard. 



News from the BBC World Service

El Niño warming set to be 'strongest in living memory', warns Met Office
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Scientists say the "unprecedented event" will likely push up global temperatures in 2027 and put the UK at risk of a wetter, stormier autumn.

Meghan could return to acting once back in UK
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Sources close to the Sussexes have not denied reports that Meghan has been offered an acting role in the UK.

Will Harry's return heal deep-rooted rift with William?
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Prince of Wales remains in no mood to forgive and forget. The hurt he feels lingers.

My life was changed by a terror attack - now survivors like me won't be forgotten
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The UK's first national day for victims and survivors of terrorism takes place on Friday - and means more to this man than many.

French becoming more effective in stopping small boat crossings, UK says
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Home Office credits France with intercepting hundreds of potential crossings this summer using new tactics.

A split in the spectrum? The ongoing battle to define autism
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

There is a continuing row over whether it matters if such a broad spectrum of people are defined as having autism

The town whose council wants migrants to move in
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Greenock wants to attract immigrants to settle in the town and reverse its declining population.

Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat.

UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Chancellor John Healey said the government is 'committed to meeting our fiscal rules'

Israel re-establishes closed West Bank settlement, defying growing international protests
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Thirty "pioneer families" have arrived on a wave of nationalism driven by Israel's government, but the rapid change has left nearby Palestinian residents fearful.

Millenials have found it hard to buy homes – but things may be turning a corner
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Twenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be improving.

Starmer donates biography of himself to Downing Street library
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The former PM and seven of his ministers have added to the collection, which began in 1931.

Wellness habits you can start now - at no (or little) cost
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Living a healthy life doesn't have to just be about pricey studio classes and luxury retreats.

What happened to Harry and Meghan's American dream?
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Harry and Meghan enjoyed some showbusiness success, but their Hollywood reign proved short-lived.

Brandon Flowers: Is fame worth it? I'm not sure anymore
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The Killers frontman asks big questions on his third solo album, which takes a detour into country.

'I've caught one fish all season' - how a polluted river could end 300 years of coracle fishing
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The tradition on a Carmarthenshire river once fished by US President Jimmy Carter could be coming to an end.

How much could Trump's 'economic D-Day' hurt Iran?
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

Iran has so far proved adept at finding ways around years of already punishing sanctions on its economy.

Newspaper review: 'King puts William first' and Harry security could cost public '£5m a year'
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to the UK continues to dominate Friday's front pages.

Weekly quiz: Where did builders find £7.6m worth of gold bars and coins?
Posted on Thursday August 20, 2026

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence
Posted on Friday August 21, 2026

The 26-year-old was jailed for a year after he sparked anger with an expletive-laden post about the sacred holiday.



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