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2026-07-17 22:40:58 UTC

Scientists keeping a close watch as H5N1 infection looms
Victorians are on high alert for the deadly H5N1 bird flu, as citizen scientists help to monitor infected birds.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-18/victoria-high-alert-for-signs-of-deadly-h5n1-bird-flu/104412098

2026-07-17 19:41:41 UTC

Hanson dodges questions about who paid for Italy trip
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson refuses to say who paid for her recent trip to Italy, where she attended a fashion show and was spotted at a five-star resort.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-18/pauline-hanson-dodges-questions-about-italy-trip/106925384

2026-07-17 05:41:08 UTC

Relief for marine experts as whale helped out of shallow estuary
A juvenile southern right whale has been saved by a pod of dolphins after it was stranded in an estuary in WA's south for two weeks.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-17/whale-saved-by-dolphins-in-estuary/106927030

2026-07-17 04:22:06 UTC

Australians need better understanding of Holocaust, professor tells inquiry
A Monash University professor has told the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion of the importance of Holocaust teachings.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-17/antisemitism-royal-commission-melbourne-hearings-friday/106927324

2026-07-17 02:25:25 UTC

Police allegedly seize $165,000 worth of meth from outback home
Police allege more than 200 grams of methamphetamines have been seized during a drug bust at a Mount Isa home in outback Queensland.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-17/mount-isa-methamphetamine-seized-drug-bust/106927528

2026-07-16 04:24:58 UTC

Calls for end to old-growth logging but environmental groups want more
A coalition of conservationists, artists and forest industry figures wants an end to old-growth logging in Tasmania but major environmental groups have distanced themselves from the "shared vision statement", saying it does not go far enough.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-16/forest-congress-calls-for-end-old-growth-logging-tasmania/106922776

2026-07-16 04:21:53 UTC

Calls for Australia to do more for citizens unjustly detained overseas
Australians who have endured prolonged detention overseas call on the government to adopt a more strategic approach to cases involving citizens, especially those held by countries that practice "hostage diplomacy".
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-16/australian-approach-to-foreign-detention/106914922

2026-07-14 20:26:27 UTC

New owner of Rushy Lagoon outlines plans for pine, cattle and tourism
The buyer of Tasmania's largest farm says in addition to the pine plantation it has planned for the property, it's also considering cropping and leasing out parts of the farm for grazing, tourism and mountain biking.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-15/new-owner-rushy-lagoon-reveals-plans-tasmanias-largest-farm/106912164

2026-07-09 23:39:38 UTC

Cancelled musician loses fight against orchestra over free speech
The unlawful discrimination case brought by Jayson Gillham against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra sprung from the orchestra's decision to cancel his scheduled performance over comments he made about Gaza.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-10/jayson-gillham-melbourne-symphony-orchestra-mso-verdict/106898876

2026-07-09 02:56:59 UTC

Trainee surgeon pleads guilty to secretly filming hundreds of victims
Ryan Cho pleaded guilty to 13 charges including stalking, producing an intimate image and installing an optical surveillance device.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-09/ryan-cho-pleads-guilty-to-secretly-filming-victims/106896702

2026-05-29 10:28:43 UTC

Romanian crisis meeting after Russian drone hits building, wounding two
A Russian drone has struck an apartment building in NATO-member Romania, wounding two people.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/romania-calls-defence-council-meeting-over-russian-drone/106739684

2026-05-29 08:57:03 UTC

Kids to see gambling ads despite Labor laws
The partial ad ban will not prevent children from seeing gambling ads during footy or rugby games, Labor's draft legislation shows.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/kids-to-see-gambling-ads-under-labor-s-partial-ban/106738690

2026-05-29 08:50:07 UTC

Claims about high-profile married man's relationship raised in extortion case
A court has heard a man charged with extortion was "potentially gagged" by his bail terms in an effort to protect a high-profile married man.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/high-profile-qld-married-man-relationship-with-woman-allegation/106738662

2026-05-29 08:47:44 UTC

Live: Rejuvinated Blues face big test against Cats at the MCG
Carlton goes for a third win in a row under interim coach Josh Fraser, as the Blues take on the high-flying Geelong at the MCG. Follow live.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/afl-rd-12-friday-live-blog-carl-geel/106723972

2026-05-27 04:37:32 UTC

Allegedly stolen cars rampage through Cairns from early hours
Police have failed to apprehend two allegedly stolen cars which caused traffic chaos during peak hour in Cairns this morning.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-27/allegedly-stolen-cars-cause-peak-hour-traffic-chaos-in-cairns/106728196

2026-05-27 04:35:26 UTC

Police search for missing swimmer in WA's South West
Police say the woman entered the water at Koombana Bay just after 9:20am and has not been seen since
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-27/missing-swimmer-bunbury-koombana-bay/106728240

2026-05-27 03:19:53 UTC

'Inadequate' jail sentence for sex worker killer increased after appeal
Xiaozheng Lin will spend more time in prison for killing two sex workers in 2022, following an appeal by the prosecutor.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-27/sex-worker-killer-xiaozheng-lin-has-jail-sentence-increased/106726452

2026-05-26 18:52:45 UTC

Scott's sacking gives Essendon another chance to step out of Hird shadow
Essendon finds itself at a clear demarcation point after sacking Brad Scott as the shadow of James Hird once again looms large over the troubled club.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-27/afl-brad-scott-sacking-analysis-essendon-james-hird-shadow/106721916

2026-05-26 18:51:44 UTC

Wallabies facing same selection headache as State of Origin's NSW Blues
Just as NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley had a difficult selection decision to make, Joe Schmidt may be thinking long and hard about one position in the Wallabies' back line for July's Nations Championship Tests.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-27/wallabies-selection-headache-state-of-origin-nsw-blues/106723110

2026-05-26 05:34:23 UTC

Spirit ferries operator set for major restructure under Tasmanian Labor plan
The two government businesses responsible for the botched Spirit of Tasmania ship replacement program would undergo a major restructure, with one stripped of all assets, under a Tasmanian Labor government.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-26/spirit-ferries-operator-tt-line-tasports-labor-willie-plan/106723036

2026-05-20 19:35:56 UTC

Recycling scheme contractor accused of having employees sleep on depot floor sues for $5m
Allegations that a depot operator in Queensland's container exchange recycling program conducted itself in a manner that could be likened to modern slavery have been detailed during a court hearing in a multi-million dollar federal court dispute.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-21/container-exchange-u-can-recycle-federal-court-case/106642970

2026-05-20 19:35:45 UTC

Advocates critique government's delay on price caps for at-home aged care services
Some advocates say the government's decision to delay price caps for at-home aged care services is a "burden".
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-21/aged-care-advocates-react-to-aged-care-price-caps/106703970

2026-04-21 20:35:23 UTC

Breaking: Trump extends Iran ceasefire but continues blockade
US President Donald Trump says he will hold off attacking Iran until Tehran's negotiating teams come up with a unified proposal for a peace deal.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/trump-extends-iran-ceasefire-but-continues-blockade/106590964

2026-04-21 20:33:44 UTC

'I'd still be in jail': The rehab where women find hope after addiction
Guthrie House is one of the few residential rehabilitation services in NSW designed to help women with current involvement with the criminal justice system get back on track.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/nsw-residential-addiction-services-under-strain/106567394

2026-04-17 06:14:27 UTC

Mental health nurse jailed for 'upskirting' videos and rape of teenager
A former West Australian mental health nurse has been sentenced to 12 years in jail after being convicted for persistent sexual abuse of a teenager and making "upskirting" videos of women and children.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/adam-simon-mcgovern-jailed/106575844

2026-04-17 06:10:45 UTC

Australian woman killed in alleged DV murder in the US
A woman from the NSW Central Coast has died from stab wounds allegedly inflicted by her husband at their home in the US State of Florida.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/terrigal-woman-allegedly-murdered-by-husband-in-florida/106574630

2026-04-17 06:04:48 UTC

Government advisory group recommends delaying NDIS 'robo' changes
The federal government has been urged by its own NDIS advisory group to delay the rollout of a controversial new way of determining support plans for participants.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/government-advisory-group-recommends-delaying-ndis-changes/106576188

2026-04-17 05:55:04 UTC

'Double jeopardy, isn't it?' Inmate's bid for freedom after accidental release
A prisoner who was mistakenly released from a northern New South Wales prison this week has been returned to jail to complete his sentence.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/mistakenly-released-prisoner-kyle-quayle-returns-to-jail/106574580

2026-04-17 05:44:14 UTC

Gout hits out at 'haters' as he targets next milestone
Gout Gout fires a warning shot back at Justin Gatlin for disparaging his national 200 metres record, as he sets his sights on another feat in his young career.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/gout-gout-100m-australian-junior-athletics-championships/106577250

2026-04-17 05:41:14 UTC

Queensland government in discussions for new oil refinery
As the fuel crisis continues, a proposal for an $11 billion new oil refinery in central Queensland has been put forward.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/new-refinery-gladstone-proposal-oil-crisis/106576458

2026-04-17 05:39:24 UTC

'Australians deserve to know': Victorian political donations site goes dark
Victoria has been left without laws to govern party donation disclosures — exposing the state's politics to a flood of unchecked donations.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/vic-political-donations-website-goes-dark-high-court-ruling/106576364

2026-04-17 05:07:12 UTC

Housing affordability fixes will take 'decades', commissioner warns
Productivity Commissioner Danielle Wood says Australia will not meet the federal government's 1.2 million new home target, as residential construction rates fall.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/housing-supply-top-priority-for-productivity-commissioner/106571582

2026-04-17 04:43:03 UTC

Chinese device found in strategic waters near Bali identified
A large torpedo-shaped device discovered near an island in a strategically important strait between Bali and Lombok has been identified by defence analysts as a Chinese undersea monitoring system.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/chinese-undersea-monitoring-system-lombok-strait/106569388

2026-04-17 04:38:09 UTC

Police bomb squad to remove 'volatile explosive materials' found at Adelaide home
The police bomb squad is working to safely remove explosive materials from a home in Adelaide's north, and a 55-year-old man has been arrested.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/police-bomb-squad-called-after-explosives-allegedly-found/106576466

2026-04-17 04:37:32 UTC

Breaking: Hume Freeway closed in both directions after crash near Violet Town
The Hume Freeway is closed in both directions following an accident near Violet Town.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/hume-freeway-closed-after-crash-near-violet-town/106576818

2026-04-17 04:16:32 UTC

Kununurra, Newman in line for liquor restrictions amid soaring violence
West Australian Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia says Newman and Kununurra are in for tougher measures, including closing bottle shops for two days each week.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/tougher-liquor-restrictions-kununurra-newman/106575292

2026-04-17 03:54:13 UTC

Mayor fears hidden cameras may have been in town hall change rooms for years
The Horsham mayor is worried that hidden cameras reportedly found in the town hall theatre change rooms could have been there for years.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/mayor-fears-hidden-cameras-in-horsham-town-hall-for-years/106574816

2026-04-17 03:41:48 UTC

Breaking: Missing votes counted in key SA seat sees One Nation margin increase
One Nation has retained the South Australian seat of Narungga, following a count of ballots that were missed on election day.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/narungga-new-count-ballots-results/106574886

2026-04-17 03:34:26 UTC

Taxi drivers call for assistance to survive during fuel crisis
Country taxi drivers say the fuel crisis could prove to be the death knell for the industry in regional areas.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/wa-taxi-drivers-absorb-higher-petrol-costs-amid-fuel-crisis/106572644

2026-04-17 03:12:16 UTC

Next-gen cricket talent shines at national Indigenous championships
The National Indigenous Cricket Championships, held in Mackay for the second year, has become one of the key development pathways for young talent.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/national-indigenous-cricket-championships-mackay-caitlyn-henry/106574964

2026-04-17 03:01:40 UTC

Harry and Meghan meet Bondi terror attack survivors on Sydney leg of tour
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex spoke with lifeguards who responded to the December 14 Bondi Beach terror attack and survivors.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/prince-harry-meghan-visit-sydney-on-australian-tour/106574648

2026-04-17 02:52:54 UTC

By-election called one week after Qld state MP's death
Former Member for Stafford Jimmy Sullivan was found dead at his home earlier this month, after police were called to reports of a non-suspicious death.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/by-election-called-stafford-jimmy-sullivan-mp/106575484

2026-04-17 02:41:15 UTC

St Kilda announces appeal against Collard ban for homophobic slur
St Kilda is appealing the nine-match ban given to Lance Collard for uttering a homophobic comment, saying the young forward maintains his innocence.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/st-kilda-appeal-suspension-lance-collard-using-homophobic-slur/106575702

2026-04-17 02:22:39 UTC

Breaking: Ben Roberts-Smith granted bail over alleged war crime murder offences
Ben Roberts-Smith is granted bail after spending a week in custody over alleged war crime offences.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/ben-roberts-smith-bail-result-over-allegations-of-war-crimes/106572566

2026-04-17 02:03:26 UTC

100 bombs in 10 minutes: Mapping Lebanon's 'Black Wednesday'
The Israeli Defense Forces labelled it Operation Eternal Darkness. Inside Lebanon, it's now called Black Wednesday. ABC NEWS Verify has geolocated the explosions across 10 minutes of chaos.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/ten-minutes-black-wednesday-lebanon-verify/106564594

2026-04-17 01:56:32 UTC

'Six weeks of jet fuel' warning raises flight disruption fears in Europe
Europe could experience major flight disruptions within weeks as global energy officials warn the continent has "maybe six weeks of jet fuel left", which could lead to further price hikes and cancellations for Australian travellers.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/jet-fuel-shortage-europe-travel-disruption-price-hikes/106574848

2026-04-17 01:09:41 UTC

Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May
Todd Lyons' last day is set for May 31 and he will move to the private sector, Department of Homeland security secretary Markwayne Mullin said in a statement.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/acting-ice-head-todd-lyons-steps-down/106575322

2026-04-17 00:52:50 UTC

Former Arsenal, Juventus goalkeeper killed after car hit by train
Former Austria goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who played for Arsenal and a string of Italian clubs, died on Thursday at the age of 48 after the car he was driving was hit by a train at a crossing near Salzburg.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/former-austria-goalkeeper-alex-manninger-killed-car-hit-train/106575124

2026-04-17 00:46:41 UTC

Breaking: Sydney childcare worker hit with 129 new child abuse charges
A Sydney childcare worker accused of using children to make abuse material has been charged with 129 new offences.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/sydney-childcare-worker-129-charges-child-abuse-material/106573316

2026-04-17 00:13:39 UTC

Refinery blaze not cause to rachet up fuel crisis response, Albanese says
Anthony Albanese has cut a trip to Malaysia short to visit Viva Energy Refinery in Geelong, which went up in flames late on Wednesday.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/refinery-blaze-national-fuel-plan/106544826

2026-04-16 23:55:20 UTC

Bank robbers hold 25 people hostage in Italy then escape into 'sewers'
The group took customers and employees hostage before fleeing with "the contents of dozens of safe deposit boxes", according to police.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/armed-robbery-bank-naples-italy-hostages/106575028

2026-04-16 23:40:57 UTC

Iranian footballers who sought asylum in Australia 'overwhelmed' by support
Two Iranian footballers who were granted refuge in Australia following the AFC Women's Asian Cup say they are focused on their health, safety and rebuilding their lives.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/iran-footballers-who-sought-asylum-australia-overwhlemed-support/106574862

2026-04-16 23:29:28 UTC

Back on Earth, Artemis II crew still finding their footing
The crew said their lunar flyby puts NASA in a much better position for a moon landing by a crew in two years and an eventual moon base.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/artemis-astronauts-praise-moonship-performance-heat-shield/106574892

2026-04-16 22:48:16 UTC

Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest battles Meta over fake ads
Australian billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest is asking a US federal court in Silicon Valley to hold Meta accountable for scam ads using his likeness without permission.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/andrew-forrest-battles-meta-over-fake-ads/106574806

2026-04-16 22:27:54 UTC

Australian bush tea hits shelves in Asia
The product is being sent from a remote property in the Northern Territory all the way to Japan, Korea and China.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/nt-bush-tea-kulbanyi-exporting-to-asian-markets/106572254

2026-04-16 22:14:18 UTC

French Open bans cameras in player areas after Melbourne criticism
Organisers of the French Open have promised that their players will enjoy camera-free privacy in a space of their own, following criticism the Australian Open copped from top stars earlier in the year.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/french-open-bans-cameras-in-player-areas/106574678

2026-04-16 22:09:04 UTC

'Upset and angry': WA community shocked by rapist's bail status
Wayne Jeffrey Doherty remained in the Broome community for five months after pleading guilty to rape.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/broome-wayne-jeffrey-doherty-granted-bail-guilty-plea/106463628

2026-04-16 22:00:00 UTC

Aled Jones reflects on fame, music and what keeps bringing him back to Australia
From learning Walking in the Air on the fly to working with Leonard Bernstein, Aled Jones is currently touring Australia and shares some of his most colourful stories.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/aled-jones-boy-soprano-on-fame-music-and-returning-to-australia/106559952

2026-04-16 21:42:55 UTC

Live: Wall Street pushes record highs
Wall Street markets post record highs despite the uncertainty of the Middle East conflict. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/asx-markets-business-live-news-april-17-2026/106573954

2026-04-16 21:40:46 UTC

Trump repeats he is 'not happy with Australia' as Hormuz crisis continues
Donald Trump again accuses Australia of refusing to help the US in the Strait of Hormuz, but the Australian government maintains there has been no formal request from the US.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/trump-repeats-he-is-not-happy-with-australia-hormuz-crisis/106574622

2026-04-16 21:25:39 UTC

Alpine ash endangered listing 'will do nothing to protect them'
Scientists hope an endangered listing may help preserve alpine ash forests, but the forestry industry is raising concerns that it could result in further decline.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2026-04-17/alpine-ash-forests-endangered-protection-management-concerns/106568690

2026-04-16 21:18:37 UTC

'Shattered' Blue feels he let Carlton down in narrow loss to Collingwood
Carlton coach Michael Voss says the club will support Elijah Hollands after his performance against Collingwood last night.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/elijah-hollands-shattered-carlton-collingwood-afl-loss/106574584

2026-04-16 21:15:23 UTC

Secret world of state care investigated in parliamentary inquiry
The state agencies which control the lives of some of Western Australia's most vulnerable people are set to be scrutinised in a parliamentary inquiry, with public submission now open.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/guardianship-administration-inquiry-parliament-wa-state-care/106563124

2026-04-16 21:02:50 UTC

Live: PM to visit refinery after fire, Viva hopeful of 'minimal' disruption
A fire that ripped through a refinery in Geelong will have minimal impact on fuel supply, Richard Marles says. Follow live.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/federal-politics-live-blog-albanese-fuel-geelong-refinery/106573110

2026-04-16 21:01:44 UTC

Lawyers explore damages claims over controversial NSW protest laws
Protesters caught up in the government's now-canned protest laws could seek damages as lawyers review the implications of the Supreme Court ruling them "unconstitutional".
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/nsw-protest-laws-damages-charges-withdrawn-legal-experts/106573150

2026-04-16 20:43:09 UTC

'Plate to paddock': Braidwood farms turns festival waste into fertiliser
Tonnes of organic waste from the National Folk Festival are being turned into fertiliser on a farm outside Canberra in a circular economy project delivering more benefits than just waste reduction.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/braidwood-farm-turns-national-folk-festival-waste-fertiliser/106573750

2026-04-16 20:39:01 UTC

Teenagers arrested over fire at Melbourne bar
Police allege two boys armed with machetes set fire to a bar in Southbank early today.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/vic-teenagers-arrested-southbank-bar-arson/106574536

2026-04-16 20:31:51 UTC

Socceroos confirm final warm-up opponent before World Cup
The Socceroos will conclude their preparations for the World Cup in North America with a warm-up friendly against Switzerland, the first time they will have faced European opposition since 2023.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/socceroos-friendly-switzerland-fifia-world-cup/106574560

2026-04-16 20:23:40 UTC

Friday fuel filter: Refining the week's fuel news so you don't have to
We know you have to get where you're going this weekend. ABC News is here to help with a round-up of all the key news on fuel price and supply in Australia.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/fuel-price-supply-explainer/106570280

2026-04-16 19:46:33 UTC

A 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon begins: What to know today
Israel and Lebanon agree to a 10-day ceasefire, but Israel's military will remain on Lebanese territory, meaning Hezbollah's conditions were not met.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/iran-israel-lebanon-war-daily-briefing/106565798

2026-04-16 19:45:46 UTC

Coca-Cola flags it could pull out of Qld recycling scheme
The Queensland government recently introduced proposed laws to overhaul the governance of the scheme, while also ruling out an increase to the 10-cent refund amount.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/coca-cola-containers-for-change-reforms-queensland/106571816

2026-04-16 19:44:25 UTC

'Same general, new clothes': Civilian facade as military hides wealth in Thailand
As the Myanmar military carried out air strikes during a brutal civil war, the junta chief's family quietly purchased luxury real estate in Thailand.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/myanmar-sham-election-coup-leader-legitimacy-wealth-thailand/106558954

2026-04-16 19:31:01 UTC

End of school holidays sees sunshine in south-east Queensland, rainfall in north
The south-east corner will see slightly warmer temperatures and sunshine until Sunday, however, localised heavy falls are on the cards for parts of the central interior and north-west.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/weather-forecast-mixed-back-for-end-of-qld-school-holidays/106571810

2026-04-16 19:22:19 UTC

Airport workers angered by surprise Qantas route cuts
Qantas's decision to cut one regional South Australian route and suspend four others came as a shock to workers at regional airports.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/qantas-regional-cuts-fuel-costs-airport-workers-anger-sa/106570800

2026-04-16 19:22:08 UTC

AFL-backed helmet company erases concussion protection claims
An AFL-endorsed helmet company has backtracked on its claims of "superior protection against concussion" and the league is now also facing a complaint lodged with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission on the matter.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/afl-backed-helmet-gamegear-pulls-concussion-protection-claims/106572742

2026-04-16 19:12:27 UTC

French President calls for ban on social media telling kids to read
Emmanuel Macron calls for a social media ban for children under 15, a monthly screen-free day for all, and urges high school students to switch off their phones.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/french-president-calls-for-u15-social-media-ban/106573996

2026-04-16 18:59:14 UTC

Australia is on the verge of aged care AI boom
Artificial intelligence-enabled robot companions, personal behaviour monitors and pain management apps could soon be used more widely within the sector.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/ai-aged-care-boom-and-risks-in-australia/106561812

2026-04-16 18:56:08 UTC

Unpacking the 'war zone' after Geelong's refinery fire
The "unprecedented" fire at one of the two remaining oil refineries in Australia took more than 12 hours to extinguish. Here's what we know about how it unfolded.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/geelong-refinery-fire-visual-explainer/106571216

2026-04-16 18:44:15 UTC

Fears of another lockdown amid fuel shortages and recession risk
As fuel costs surge and supply fears grow, businesses and households say the economic shock from the war in the Middle East is already hitting home.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/fears-of-another-lockdown-amid-fuel-shortages-recession-risk/106568312

2026-04-16 18:30:00 UTC

Ephemeral nature of fungi has this photographer hooked on forest life
An exhibition bridges the gap between art and science by inviting visitors to imagine the world through the senses of other species and consider our own fragile relationship with nature.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/entanglements-with-fungi-wama-foraging-mushrooms/106566492

2026-04-16 18:30:00 UTC

Invasive species you should avoid — and what to plant instead
Agapanthus, morning glory or gazanias might be easy-growing plants in your home but their invasive nature can damage your garden and the environment. Here's what experts recommend.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/invasive-plants-in-australian-homes-damaging-gardens-environment/106492040

2026-04-16 18:30:00 UTC

Weekly news quiz: Trump's AI image, a 200m record and the Artemis II splashdown
It's Friday, and that means it's time to test your news knowledge from the past seven days. Were you paying attention this week?
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/abc-weekly-news-quiz-april-17/106555832

2026-04-16 17:53:45 UTC

Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon 'to start within hours'
Israel has waged a six-week campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon, after Hezbollah fired on Israel in the days after the US and Israel began its war with Iran.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/israel-lebanon-war-ceasefire-trump/106574434

2026-04-16 16:40:34 UTC

Mandelson failed vetting but was given UK ambassador to US job anyway
Peter Mandelson was sacked from the role after revelations about his connections with the late sex offender became public.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/lord-mandelson-failed-vetting-starmer-epstein/106574120

2026-04-16 16:01:54 UTC

Live: Israel and Lebanon agree to ten-day ceasefire, says Trump, but Hezbollah not part of talks
Iran-linked terror group Hezbollah, which is based in Lebanon, was not a party to the ceasefire discussions.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/iran-war-live-updates-trump-lebanon-israel-ceasefire/106574286

2026-04-16 14:27:12 UTC

Pope blasts 'tyrants' spending big on war following public spat with Trump
The US-born pope has praised peace movements and peace makers during his visit to the African nation of Cameroon as the rift with US President Donald Trump intensifies.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-17/pope-blasts-tyrants-amid-disagreement-with-trump/106573962

2026-04-16 08:30:53 UTC

Live: Nick Daicos celebrates 100th match with Pies and Blues desperate for a win
Nick Daicos runs out for his 100th career match as Carlton and Collingwood meet at the MCG, with both desperately seeking a win. Follow live.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/afl-round-6-carlton-blues-collingwood-magpies-mcg-live-blog/106573626

2026-04-16 08:11:44 UTC

Report finds Darwin Harbour biodiversity rivals that of Ningaloo Reef
New research has revealed Darwin Harbour's biodiversity, including its wide range of rare species, rivals that of the World Heritage-protected Ningaloo Reef.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/nt-report-finds-darwin-harbour-marine-life-rivals-ningaloo-reef/106570356

2026-04-16 07:41:52 UTC

Rules-based order not 'extinct', defence minister says
Defence Minister Richard Marles has declared the United States alliance will remain indispensable for Australian national security even while Australia looks to build a more self-reliant defence force.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/richard-marles-defence-spending-us-alliance-rules-based-order/106571434

2026-04-16 07:16:59 UTC

Breaking: Emergency services battling fire in Brisbane's east
Emergency services were called to Hemmant just after 3pm, with more than a dozen crews attending the scene.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/qld-hemmant-industrial-fire/106572658

2026-04-16 07:16:33 UTC

Bombs, rain and destruction: Life in Gaza six months into a ceasefire
Palestinians in Gaza fear they are being forgotten as the Iran war drags on, with Israeli strikes continuing despite a ceasefire and the humanitarian situation still dire.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/palestinians-fear-gaza-is-being-forgotten-as-iran-war-drags-on/106565594

2026-04-16 07:10:42 UTC

What we know about the cause and impact of the Viva Energy oil refinery fire
Firefighters have managed to extinguish a blaze at one of Australia's major oil refineries after it burnt for 12 hours. Here's what we know so far about the cause of the fire — and the possible impact on fuel prices.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/viva-energy-geelong-oil-refinery-fire-cause-petrol-prices/106570810

2026-04-16 07:09:17 UTC

How to tell if your dog is in pain and what to do if they are
New research suggests that many dog owners are not skilled in recognising pain in their pets.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/how-to-tell-if-your-dog-is-in-pain/106572808

2026-04-16 06:32:35 UTC

100m litres of diesel secured under new powers, PM confirms
Anthony Albanese says that new powers allowing the federal government to underwrite the delivery of additional fuel cargoes have been used to purchase 100 million litres of diesel.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/new-powers-used-to-secure-additional-diesel-shipments/106571682

2026-04-16 06:25:14 UTC

Hanson wishes Coalition good luck, government focuses on fuel
This week in Canberra, Pauline Hanson learned imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the defence budget was on the agenda and a fire threw the fuel crisis into sharp relief.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/pauline-hanson-coalition-migration-fuel-fire-treasurer/106557502

2026-04-16 06:17:41 UTC

Explosions heard during fire in Byron Bay bike shop
The northern NSW town was bustling with holiday-makers enjoying the Easter school holidays when the fire broke out in the CBD this afternoon.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/explosions-heard-in-byron-bay-bike-shop-fire/106572234

2026-04-16 05:54:26 UTC

Liberty Bell Bay workers told to take leave without pay or be sacked
About 175 workers at Australia's only manganese smelter, Liberty Bell Bay, have been told they will be laid off at the end of next week unless they take leave without pay.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/liberty-bell-bay-smelter-workers-face-being-stood-down/106571896

2026-04-16 05:40:34 UTC

Pandemic, 'ice epidemic' worsened Qld child safety pressures, ex-minister says
An inquiry into Queensland's child safety system hears the former minister was made aware of the sector's resource issues, as well as the "significant increase" in children entering residential care.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/former-child-safety-minister-inquiry/106571558

2026-04-16 05:24:07 UTC

Australian dollar surges to four-year high as traders look beyond Iran war
Analysts say the mood on global financial markets has improved considerably over the past few days.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/australian-dollar-surges-to-four-year-high/106571996

2026-04-16 05:15:18 UTC

Breaking: Controversial laws to restrict protests in NSW struck down by top court
The laws, rushed through parliament after the Bondi Beach terror attack, have been found to be unconstitutional by the state's highest court.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-16/chief-justice-findings-on-nsw-protest-law-reform/106570860