News from the ABC Australia
Fraud officials charge another over alleged $5 million NDIS dishonesty plot Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Continuous investigations have led to the Australian Federal Police arresting an Adelaide man as he attempted to leave the country, following the previous arrest of a 48-year-old woman in June.
First H5N1 bird flu death recorded in Phillip Island penguins Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
A Phillip Island penguin has died from H5N1 bird flu in the first detection among the island's little penguin colony, ahead of vaccinations beginning on Monday.
Shoppers payments declined due to 'global' Mastercard outage Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Card payments have been declined for shoppers around Australia due to a Mastercard system update, the multinational card provider says.
Fraud charges added to fatal hit-and-run accused Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
A former Nationals WA candidate is now facing fraud charges with police alleging he falsified academic records to work at a WA hospital.
Japan could be experiencing the dark side of the Pokémon obsession Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Pokémon cards have spawned into a multi-billion-dollar unregulated industry, which a lawyer fears could be used for money laundering, and its homeland is now considering clamping down.
Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Increasing numbers of midlife women are turning to alcohol to soothe the negative effects of perimenopause but it might be worsening their symptoms.
Live: Wallaby 1,000 scores on historic Test debut as Australia belts Japan Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
The Wallabies have produced a brilliant second half to secure a dominant 56-17 win over Japan in the second Test, as Australian rugby history was made. Follow live.
13 medications, 30 prescriptions led up to US mother's killing of three children Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
A mother who says she was suffering postpartum psychosis when she killed her three children and attempted to take her own life is now on trial for their murder.
Thylacine head find at UK auction a 'holy grail' for collector Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
After seeing off a rival at auction, a British collector says he is now in possession of a "holy grail" — a mounted thylacine head. But the item almost went unnoticed, listed as a 'fox head'.
Hundreds of jobs saved as coal mine granted six-year lifeline Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
MACH Energy's Mount Pleasant mine has been given an approval extension just four months before it was due to close.
Seventy years of School of the Air celebrated in family recipe cookbook Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Coming together to share a meal looks a little different for those living on remote stations across outback NSW, where even visiting the neighbours can involve hours of travel.
Hana and Wanda's unlikely friendship is helping tackle an insidious problem Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Hana Byambadash volunteers with a free program in Perth that aims to stave off old-age loneliness, a pervasive condition that is linked to dementia and other diseases.
Live: Sheezel hurt as Cats onslaught stuns Roos, Morris wondergoal sparks Lions Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Geelong reverses its fortunes against North Melbourne in the second quarter at Docklands as Brisbane hosts Gold Coast in the latest edition of the Q-Clash at the Gabba. Follow live.
What makes a great Aussie banger? The sausage kings aim to find out Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Chocolate, pistachio, baked beans and maple are just some of the inventive ingredients that can find their way into sausages at Rockhampton's sausage showdown where judges will snag a winner.
'Unusual' coffee delivery leads to woman's arrest, attempted poisoning charges Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
The 43-year-old woman from South Launceston is accused of sending multiple poisoned coffees to her ex-partner over several months.
Ozzy the orphaned long-nosed potoroo loves his peanuts Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Meet Ozzy who has gone from a 96g orphan to a robust boy who'll live his life out in an eco-sanctuary teaching students about predators and the environment.
Takeover of rare remaining community-owned nursing home Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Locals are concerned about losing control of community-owned Proserpine Nursing Home, which may be taken over by a national operator.
Cyclist, 19, dies during Volta a Portugal after collision with vehicle Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Welsh cyclist Finlay Tarling is killed in a collision with a vehicle during stage eight of the Volta a Portugal.
Driver charged over fatal 2025 bus crash Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Police have charged the driver of a bus that crashed west of Melbourne last year, leaving a girl dead.
Live: Smith dismissed as Bangladesh turn the screws in Darwin Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026
Australia's top four all depart with Australia still over 100 runs behind Bangladesh, who are creeping closer to a famous victory in Darwin. Follow live.
News from the BBC World Service
Jason Arday, ex-Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row, found dead Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 His family said it was "in shock to have lost this amazing father, partner, brother, uncle and son" after the academic was found dead in London on Friday. Fires prompt national alert as 19 homes destroyed Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 The prime minister said 37 fires were currently burning across England and Wales Temporary ban on disposable BBQs as military deployed to help battle wildfires Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns. Five years after the Taliban swept to power, does the West have any influence? Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 Five years after the Taliban swept to power, many are asking whether the West has any bargaining chips left Heathrow Airport warns of disruption following floods Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 Water in the central terminal area means passengers cannot use roads to the airport BBC seeks to subpoena Trump's family members in Panorama lawsuit Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 The BBC's lawyers argue Trump's family members "have personal knowledge" of his intentions in the speech he gave outside the US Capitol on 6 January 2021. At least 14 dead after 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 The earthquake struck off Flores island in the country's east early on Saturday morning. Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains. Many Canadians are boycotting the US - here's where they're travelling instead Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 From exploring their own backyard to travelling abroad, many Canadians are spending their money elsewhere to send a message to the US president. Like Greg James, I lost my dog and my grief was overwhelming and complicated Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 The grief of losing a pet is complicated and often comes with guilt, writes Helena Wilkinson. I wish I had been a more rebellious teenager, says Bella Ramsey Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 Ramsey stars in a new film about a cancer survivor who attends “chemo camp” and finds friendship, love and freedom. How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries? Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 In one of the world's fastest aging countries, older people are finding creative ways to stay healthy. 'I shot Mr Thompson'- What it was like inside court as Mangione pleaded guilty Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 It marked the first time a court had heard Mangione describe how he committed a crime that garnered worldwide attention. The Papers: 'Row professor found dead' and 'barbecue ban' Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday's death and the ban on barbecues in Britain lead Saturday's papers. Air India pilot's reported cannabis test: What it can and can't tell investigators Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 A reported cannabis-positive test involving an Air India pilot raises questions about what such a result can actually tell investigators. Derailed Essex to London train leads to travel chaos Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 More than 60 patients were checked over by ambulance crews but all were discharged at the scene. Hodgkinson beaten to European gold by rival Werro Posted on Saturday August 15, 2026 Keely Hodgkinson is forced to settle for European silver as Switzerland's Audrey Werro denies the Briton a third consecutive title in a thrilling 800m final. Britain's Finlay Tarling dies in Volta a Portugal accident Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 British cyclist Finlay Tarling dies at the age of 19 in a serious accident during the eighth stage of the Volta a Portugal. Stephen Bear jailed over sex offender breaches Posted on Friday August 14, 2026 The TV personality posted in Brazil "the police will not be able to catch" him, a court hears. 'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men Posted on Tuesday August 11, 2026 Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.
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