News from the ABC Australia
Police make arrest after early morning church blaze Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
A man is due to be questioned by police after a church in Melbourne's west caught fire in the early hours of this morning.
WHO says one person dead from Nipah virus in Bangladesh Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
A woman dies in northern Bangladesh after contracting the deadly Nipah virus infection.
Fires and extreme heat expose ancestral remains in Victoria Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Ancestral remains that could be thousands of years old have been uncovered by erosion, dust storms and bushfires in Victoria.
Breaking: Coalition reunion expected to be announced after last-minute deal Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
A breakthrough deal to reunite the Coalition is expected to be announced today after 11th-hour talks between the leaders of the Liberal and National parties.
After 30 years, has the time finally come for a national gun register? Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
First proposed after the Port Arthur massacre in 1996, Australia still doesn't have a national gun register. As Queensland parliament sits for the first time since national gun reforms became law, advocates say it is time to centralise firearm information.Â
Then and now: Walking the Overland Track with my father Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Ron Preuss first walked the 65-kilometre-long Overland Track in 1987. Now, he returns decades later with his daughter Maren to see what has changed.
'We saved our lives': How a Canberra-based refugee fled Venezuela Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Josh Madrid was arrested for attending a pro-democracy protest in Venezuela. 24 hours later, he fled his homeland, fearing he would be killed by the government.Â
Rising Aussie star wins on LIV Golf debut in Saudi Arabia Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Rising Australian star Elvis Smylie makes a dramatic mark on LIV Golf, winning his debut on the Saudi-backed tour in Riyadh under lights.Â
Tasmania explores homebirths, AMA says focus should be making hospitals comfortable Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
The Tasmanian government is developing a public homebirth model that would allow midwives working in the public system to support women to labour from their homes.
Almost half a billion dollars paid to victims of crime over three years in Qld Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
The ABC can reveal the state government has paid almost $500 million to tens of thousands of victims of crime over the past three financial years.
An Australian travel CEO crash-landed this week. Some saw an accident long ago Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Australian travel mogul Jamie Pherous, who grew a three-man operation into a multi-billion dollar success, foundered on the rocks of an accounting scandal in the UK.
The story of opal queen Isabel Gray blurs the lines of myth and legend Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
The infamous Isabel Gray was known by many names and fronted court for sly grogging and stood accused of running a brothel.Â
Seasonal fruit and veggie choices that can help you save this month Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
From grapes to red capsicum, here's how to prioritise some of this season's best fruit and veg.
Olympic quick hits: Skier wears tank top, Carey lip-syncing drama emerges Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
A Finnish skier makes a questionable fashion choice on the slopes, while Mariah Carey faces claims she was lip-syncing at the opening ceremony. Here are the quick hits from the Winter Olympics.
Cyclone Mitchell threat not over after wild night in WA's Pilbara Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Karratha residents will assess damage from the category three cyclone as it continues to track along the Pilbara coast. Â
One of Sydney's biggest parties got axed. Why did it happen? Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
This is what we know about why one of the biggest LGBTQIA+ celebrations has been called "disastrously organised".
Plane spotters call for dedicated aircraft viewing area at Adelaide Airport Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
Aviation enthusiasts gather at spots around Adelaide Airport to catch a glimpse of planes taking off and landing, but say it is becoming more difficult because of developments within and around the airport.
India survives massive scare from minnow US in T20 World Cup Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
India is briefly left reeling at 6-67 against an underdog United States team, but captain Suryakumar Yadav helps the hosts avoid a horror start at the T20 World Cup.
How a barking dog, a team of country doctors and blood donors saved a life Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
The barking of a dog kicks off a marathon medical effort that ends in a rare lifesaving surgery at a remote hospital.Â
As West wakes up to the Epstein class, China plans global reserve currency Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026
As the West reacts to the revelations in the latest batch of Epstein files, China has plans for the renminbi to become a global reserve currency.
News from the BBC World Service
Foreign Office to review Mandelson's US ambassador pay-off Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 A pay-off given to Lord Mandelson after he was sacked as ambassador to the US is being reviewed, Foreign Office sources tell the BBC. MPs are shocked and angry at Mandelson - but they're furious with Starmer Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Many Labour insiders say Sir Keir may not be the man to take them to the next election, writes Laura Kuenssberg. GB reach curling semi as Muir impresses in slopestyle qualification Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Team GB's mixed doubles curlers clinched their place in the Winter Olympics semi-finals with two matches to spare, after statement victories over heavyweights Canada and United States maintained their 100% record. Italy says railways hit by 'serious sabotage' as Winter Olympics begin Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Police say they are investigating three incidents targeting rail infrastructure that caused travel delays. UK to get brief respite from rain, forecasts show Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Some parts of the UK have already seen more rain than they'd normally expect in the whole of February - so when will the wet weather end? US wants Russia and Ukraine to end war by June, says Zelensky Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 The Ukrainian leader says difficult issues remain, as Russia carries out further strikes on energy facilities. Arundell scores hat-trick as England heap misery on Wales Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 A remorseless England pile misery and points on Wales as they began their hunt for a first Six Nations title since 2020. Team GB skeleton helmet appeal dismissed by Cas Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 The British skeleton team - among Team GB's best hopes for medals at the Winter Olympics - will not be able to wear their new helmets after the Court of Arbitration for Sport said they do not comply with the sport's rules around shape. 'Clutch' final jump gives Japan star big air snowboard gold Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Watch Japan's Kira Kimura win gold in the men's big air snowboarding final, as his last jump scores highest to beat compatriot Ryoma Kimata. Will Vonn do the unthinkable and win gold? Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Veteran skier Lindsey Vonn is a "iconic superhuman athlete" and is "risking everything" by racing with an anterior cruciate ligament injury on Sunday, says former Olympic skier Chemmy Alcott. GB's medal hope Brookes starts campaign - Sunday's Winter Olympics guide Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Their parents are in disgrace - what now for Beatrice and Eugenie? Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 The princesses will need to step out from their parents' shadow if they are to be an active part of the Royal Family. Could Bad Bunny set off political fireworks at the Super Bowl half-time show? Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 With Super Bowl half-time shows becoming increasingly polarised, how will the Puerto Rican superstar quiet his detractors? Bridgerton fans flock to UK filming locations in search of Regency vibes Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Dive in to the Bridgerton corner of TikTok and you'll see fans posing in the show's real-life locations. I've seen where air pollution goes inside my body - and I feel contaminated Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 BBC health correspondent James Gallagher gets his blood analysed to understand how air pollution is killing us. 'I don't want to imagine what happened' - Shock and disbelief in area Nancy Guthrie went missing Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 The disappearance of the 84-year-old mother of news anchor Savannah Guthrie has left a community searching for clues and hoping for her safe return. General shot in Moscow conscious after surgery, Russian media say Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was shot several times inside his apartment block on Friday morning. I was fined £70 after a pothole burst my tyre Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 The penalty was issued by the same council that is responsible for fixing potholes in Derbyshire. Trump says he 'didn't see' part of video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 The US president says he "didn't make a mistake", adding he had only seen the beginning of the video before it was posted. Man charged with 33 sexual offences in London Posted on Saturday February 07, 2026 Adebayo Adeyemi, 58, is charged with offences alleged to have taken place between 2003 and 2019.
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