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Australian engineer leaves Iraq after four years in prison | Evening News Bulletin 12 October 2026
An Australian engineer allowed to leave Iraq after more than four years in detention; Foreign Minister Penny Wong condemns Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia and in athletics, Izzi Batt-Doyle becomes Australia's new distance queen after a stunning Chicago Marathon run.
Scrap the ATO credit card ban urge Liberals | Midday News Bulletin 12 October 2026
Calls for the government to reverse a ban on using credit cards to make tax payments; an emotional plea from Jackie Lambie for government transparency; and in formula one, Max Verstappen wins the Singapore Grand Prix on his 10th attempt.
Another missile attack on Riyadh airport | Morning News Bulletin 12 October 2026
Saudi Arabia's main airport, attacked again; An Australian man found dead in Peruvian Andes; Joy for Brodie Kostecki crowned winner at the Bathurst 1000.
John Howard pays tribute to Afghan veterans | Evening News Bulletin 11 October 2026
Former Prime Minister John Howard pays tribute to Australian veterans of Afghanistan; a car crashes into a crowd on Melbourne's Flinders Street; and in sport Eliud Kipchoge has taken the men's crown at the Melbourne marathon.
Veterans mark anniversary of Australian service in Afghanistan | Midday News Bulletin 11 October 2026
Veterans gather to mark the 25th anniversary of Australian service in Afghanistan; another strike on the international airport in Saudi Arabia's capital; and in football, South Melbourne make history as the first non-A-League team to win the Australia Cup.
Pauline Hanson fires up CPAC crowd | Morning News Bulletin 11 October 2026
Pauline Hanson fires up the crowd at a conservative political conference in Brisbane; Donald Trump blames Ukraine's president for high global oil prices; and in rugby union, New Zealand thrashes Australia to retain the Bledisloe Cup.
Australia says no to Russian fuel | Evening News Bulletin 10 October 2026
The government says no to Russian fuel in Australia; the Opposition reiterates its commitment to cutting migration numbers and in cricket, day two of Australia's test against South Africa underway in Durban.
Men found guilty of killing of Australian brothers | Midday News Bulletin 10 October 2026
Three men found guilty of killing two Australian brothers in Mexico; the US strikes a shock deal with Russia for diesel fuel; and in football news, the Matildas' World Cup preparation tested against an understrength Germany.
International Criminal Court rejects US sanctions | Morning News Bulletin 10 October 2026
The International Criminal Court rejects US sanctions; the winner of this year's Nobel Peace Prize announced; and in sport, Bathurst drivers to battle for pole position in today's Top Ten Shootout.
The government backs down on credit card ban | Evening News Bulletin 9 October 2026
The federal government backs down on the tax office's credit card ban; A Northern Territory police officer faces charges over homemade guns; And in sport, two crashes disrupt practice ahead of Sunday's Bathurst 1000.
The ATO's credit card ban pushed back | Midday News Bulletin 9 October 2026
The start date of the Australian Tax Office's credit card ban pushed back; New data on online child exploitation revealed; And in cricket, the first Test between Australia and South Africa gets underway tonight.
UK sanctions Russia after "appalling" attacks | Morning News Bulletin 9 October 2026
In this bulletin, a deadly Russian strike on a Ukrainian bus stop, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor wins his legal case on search warrants. And in sport, drivers hit the track ahead of this weekend's Bathurst 1000.
The row over credit charge surcharges heats up | Evening News Bulletin 8 October 2026
The row over credit surcharges heats up; The federal government says there's no reason to worry yet over a mystery illness in Russia; And in rugby union, Australia eyes a drought-breaking win over New Zealand.
NSW launches specialist police force to respond to threats | Midday News Bulletin 8 October 2026
An Australia-first police response team launched in response to the Bondi shooting; Nepal's Foreign Minister in Melbourne, as 34 Australians still missing since floods; And in sport, Australia faces its first South Africa test since ball tampering scandal in 2018.
October 7 attacks commemorated worldwide | Morning News Bulletin 08 October 2026
The third anniversary of the October 7 attacks marked around the world; Government research stresses the need for human oversight over AI; Danny Daly rules himself out of being the new coach of the Brisbane Lions.
Third anniversary of October 7 attacks marked | Afternoon News Bulletin 7 October 2026
Local Jewish groups mark the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks; New figures show housing being built at the highest rate on record, but it still might not be enough; And in football, Lionel Messi scores in his final game for Argentina.
The Coalition defends cuts to international student visas| Midday News Bulletin 7 October 2026
The Coalition defends cuts to international student visas; A win for local environmentalists in the High Court in New South Wales; And in the football, Argentina's Lionel Messi to play his final game for the national team.
Tony Burke accuses Coalition of rushing migration policy | Morning News Bulletin 7 October 2026
The government claims the Federal Opposition knows its plan to slash migration won't work; Mass protests continue in France over school conditions; and in the tennis, Australia's Alex de Minaur retires with an injury during the final of the China Open.
Open AI apologises for Medicare hack at hearing | Evening News Bulletin 6 October 2026
The federal opposition promises the biggest ever cut to migration, but it's facing criticism on economic and humanitarian grounds; Open A-I says more action is needed to prevent artificial intelligence online security breaches; And in rugby union, Dylan Lonergan locked-in ahead of Australia's big showdown with New Zealand
Coalition promises to cut net migration target in half | Midday News Bulletin 6 October 2026
The Coalition promises to cut the net migration target in half; An Australian Defence Force member has died during a training exercise in Darwin; And in football, Matildas star Mary Fowler ruled out of upcoming friendly matches against Germany and Haiti.
Australia and Japan sign a new economic deal | Morning News Bulletin 6 October 2026
Australia and Japan strike a new economic deal; The Nobel Medicine Prize awarded for the neuroscience field of optogenetics; The Wallabies unconcerned about New Zealand's form heading into their huge clash this weekend.
PM arrives in Fiji for climate conference | Evening News Bulletin 5 October 2026
Australia's climate change credentials under scrutiny as the Prime Minister heads to a climate conference in Fiji; the opposition says the federal government has gone too far in cutting backpacker visas; and in rugby league, reward for Sydney Roosters premiership stars, as the Aussie World Cup squads are named.
AFP investigates Australian links to Flydubai co-pilot | Midday News Bulletin 5 October 2026
The AFP investigating Australian links to a Flydubai co-pilot who allegedly attacked his colleague; Pacific pre-COP 31 summit opens in Fiji; and in motor racing, Australia gears up for the Bathurst 1000.
Australia to face heat on fossil fuels at climate talks | Morning News Bulletin 5 October 2026
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to attend a pre-COP 31 summit; German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives in Kyiv to show support for Ukraine; The Roosters complete a perfect NRL and NRLW season with grand final glory.
Yemen fighting surges amid air strikes and missile attacks | Evening News Bulletin 4 October 2026
Yemen fighting intensifies, with air strikes and a claimed attack on Saudi oil facilities; an 18-year-old P-plater is refused bail over the Newcastle Knights crowd crash; grand final fever builds ahead of tonight’s Knights-Roosters decid
Protests over housing affordability in Spain | Midday News Bulletin 04 October 2026
Massive protests over housing affordability in Spain; More details about the driver who crashed into a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans; Gold Coast win their first AFLW clash against Brisbane Lions.
P-plate driver to face court in Newcastle | Morning News Bulletin 04 October 2026
A P-plate driver to face court after a car ploughed into a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans; One Nation launches its Victorian election campaign; Australia completes a Prime Minister’s XIII clean sweep over Papua New Guinea.
Two critical after car ploughs into Newcastle Knights crowd | Evening News Bulletin 3 October 2026
Two people critical after a car ploughs into a crowd of Newcastle Knights supporters; aftershocks possible after a magnitude 4.8 quake hits Victoria; the countdown is on to the Roosters-Broncos NRLW grand final.
Car strikes Knights fans in Newcastle | Midday News Bulletin 03 October 2026
Multiple people injured after a vehicle strikes waiting Newcastle fans; Thousands feel an earthquake in rural Victoria; The biggest Indigenous rugby league carnival in the world is underway.
Israeli embassy condemns 'false flag' theories | Morning News Bulletin 03 October 2026
Israeli officials in Canberra condemn conspiracy theories about the FlyDubai stabbing; Thousands feel an earthquake in rural Victoria; Heartbreak for Roosters utility Connor Watson, stood down from the NRL Grand Final.
Israel assesses plane stabbing as attempted terror attack | Evening News Bulletin 2 October 2026
Israel assesses the attempted stabbing of a flydubai pilot as an attempted terror attack, Arrests made after two separate home invasions targeting random women, Isaac Heeney named as the Sydney Swans' best and fairest player.
Questions mounting after the failed lethal injection of a death row inmate | Midday News Bulletin 2 October 2026
Questions mounting after the failed lethal injection of a death row inmate, eSafety Commissioner asks online games to strengthen protections for minors, In rugby league, The Koori Knockout gets underway
US President claims FlyDubai incident linked to Iran | Morning News Bulletin 02 October 2026
US President claims FlyDubai incident linked to Iran; A dual UK-Iranian citizen arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts; And in sport, the Wallabies carrying high hopes a year out from the Rugby World Cup.
Authorities questioning pilot after mid-air stabbing | Evening News Bulletin 1 October 2026
Authorities in Saudi Arabia questioning a pilot at the centre of a mid-air stabbing, South Australia launches a nation-first royal commission into AI, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has announced his retirement
The government urges collaboration from new Greens leader | Midday News Bulletin 1 October 2026
The government urges collaboration from new Greens leader, The Pilot who was allegedly attacked mid-flight to Israel named, Australia defeats South Africa in a rainy, third ODI.
Investigation into incident on Israel-bound flight | Morning News Bulletin 01 October 2026
An investigation underway into incident on Israel-bound flight; British Prime Minister Andy Burnham claims Iranian involvement in suspicious activity at a UK airbase; Nathan Cleary takes out the NRL's Dally M Medal.
Evening News Bulletin 30 September 2026 | New Greens leader announced
The new Greens leader promises a new dawn in federal politics, The winner of this year's Fat Bear contest unveiled, Australian clubs yet to comment after Manchester City found guilty of Premier League finance rule breaches.
Inflation rises to 4 per cent in August | Midday News Bulletin 30 September 2026
Inflation figures released, Mediation between Iran and US continue, The Socceroos go down to Brazil after a strong start ..
RBA isn't ruling out another rate rise | Morning News Bulletin 30 September 2026
The RBA Governor not ruling out a further rate rise this year; No explosives found in UK airbase investigation; The Knight's Phoneix Crossland cops a four-game penalty for Cleary tackle.
Interest rates hit a 15-year high | Evening News Bulletin 29 September 2026
The RBA hikes interest rates to a 15-year high; The government assisting the family of an Australian man detained in Cambodia; The NRL makes a major call on who will referee the rugby league grand final on Sunday.The RBA hikes interest rates to a 15-year high; The government assisting the family of an Australian man detained in Cambodia; The NRL makes a major call on who will referee the rugby le
US President talks up negotiations with Iran | Midday News Bulletin 29 September 2026
Reports that US officials have spoken with mediators about the Iran war; A second doses of bird flu vaccinations given to at-risk wildlife in South Australia; Nathan Cleary calls on fans to stop social media abuse.Reports that US officials have spoken with mediators about the Iran war; A second doses of bird flu vaccinations given to at-risk wildlife in South Australia; Nathan Cleary calls on fans
Reserve Bank tipped to raise interest rates | Morning News Bulletin 29 September 2026
The Reserve Bank tipped to raise interest rates to 4.6 per cent; Five men arrested on suspicion of terror offences in the UK released on bail; Sydney Swans' longest-serving coach poached by Essendon.
Super behind $6 billion savings | Evening News Bulletin 28 September 2026
In this bulletin, treasurer Jim Chalmers says higher-than-expected super behind improved federal budget balance, Tehran says it is ready for 'apocalyptic war' if US attacks. And in sport, Mike Baird quits as Cricket Australia chair.
Budget deficit defies forecasts | Midday News Bulletin 28 September 2026
In this bulletin, a six-billion-dollar boost to the federal budget bottom line, five men remain in custody over an alleged UK terror plot. And in NRL, Brisbane through to a fifth NRLW Grand Final.
Five arrested over alleged UK terror plot | Morning News Bulletin 28 September 2026
Five arrested over an alleged terror plot near a UK air base; OpenAI pauses training of AI models over security concerns; The Wallabies pull off a stunning upset over the world champion Springboks.
OpenAI halts training AI models after more breaches | Evening News Bulletin 27 September 2026
OpenAI halts training its latest AI models after more breaches; A national information campaign on bird flu launched; And in the AFL, the Lions coach on his future after the team wins three premierships in a row.
OpenAI's Sam Altman called to Australian Senate inquiry| Midday News Bulletin 27 September 2026
OpenAI boss Sam Altman called to face an Australian Senate inquiry; The government shuts down calls for another cut to the fuel excise; and in rugby, the Wallabies face the world champions in Perth.
Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen Hormuz Strait | Morning News Bulletin 27 September 2026
Donald Trump rejects Iran's plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; Huge crowds gather for the Pope's open-air Mass in Paris; and in the AFL, Brisbane fight back to win a third straight premiership.
More cases of OpenAI agents bypassing security controls | Evening News Bulletin 26 September 2026
Anthony Albanese on his upcoming visit to India; Further cases of OpenAI agents bypassing security controls; The Socceroos rest and re-strategise ahead of the second friendly against Brazil.
Iran offers a seven-day deal to reopen Hormuz Strait | Midday News Bulletin 26 September 2026
Iran offers a seven-day deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; One hundred and fifteen new charges in a Sydney childcare abuse investigation; and in sport, the final countdown is on for the AFL Grand Final at the MCG.
Pope Leo warns the UN risks becoming a charade | Morning News Bulletin 26 September 2026
Pope Leo warns the United Nations risks becoming a charade; Xi Jinping wraps up a three-day US visit with major differences unresolved; and in sport, the Socceroos hold five-time world champions Brazil to a one-all draw.
Calls at the United Nations for AI guardrails | Evening News Bulletin 25 September 2026
Calls at the United Nations for guardrails around artificial intelligence after Medicare hack; More details emerge on the officer who died in a Sydney police pursuit earlier today; South Australia to oppose a lawsuit over MotoGP in Adelaide.
Prime Minister uses a UN address to warn about AI | Midday News Bulletin 25 September 2026
The Prime Minister uses a UN address to warn about AI; A second child dies after alleged domestic violence stabbing; AFL Grand Final preparations underway.
Israeli PM and Palestinian President speak at UN | Morning News Bulletin 25 September 2026
Israeli Prime Minister and Palestinian President speak at the United Nations; the Greens accuse the government of minimising OpenAI Medicare hack; and in AFL, Brisbane Lion's Lachie Neale cleared to play in the grand final.
US judge orders Trump to remove White House press ban | Evening News Bulletin 24 September 2026
A US judge orders President Trump to remove White House ban on three media organisations; The fight to protect ancient Murujuga rock art taken to the UN; Administrator Peter V'landys elevated to a landmark dual role of rugby league governance.
OpenAI orders review after AI agent breaches Medicare | Midday News Bulletin 24 September 2026
OpenAI orders a review after an AI agent breaches Medicare; Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for talks with Donald Trump; Brisbane launches a last-ditch bid to keep Lachie Neale in the AFL Grand Final.
Australia signs a 10-year security deal with Ukraine | Morning News Bulletin 24 September 2026
Australia signs a 10-year security deal with Ukraine; Australian rock icon Angry Anderson dies aged 79; And in sport, banned Sydney Swans players return to the club.
Man charged over alleged terrorist organisation links | Evening News Bulletin 23 September 2026
A Melbourne man charged with being a member of a terrorist organisation; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets with his Japanese counterpart in New York; Socceroos striker Mohamed Toure in doubt for Australia's Asian Cup campaign.
Melbourne man arrested over alleged Islamic State links | Midday News Bulletin 23 September 2026
A Melbourne man is arrested over alleged Islamic State links and extremist propaganda; Gaza and global security dominate talks at the United Nations; Five suspended Swans stars return to the club.
Trump threatens to “annihilate” Iran if peace deal fails | Morning News Bulletin 23 September 2026
Donald Trump threatens to “annihilate” Iran if Tehran refuses a peace deal; Eleven people hurt in a shooting outside a high school in Türkiye; A 13-year-old makes history as the first Indigenous world surfing champion.Donald Trump threatens to “annihilate” Iran if Tehran refuses a peace deal; Eleven people hurt in a shooting outside a high school in Türkiye; A 13-year-old makes history as the firs
Coalition debates using super as mortgage collateral | Evening News Bulletin 22 September 2026
The Coalition debates using super as collateral for a mortgage; Australia assisting a US investigation into F-35 fighter jet parts mistakenly sent to Hong Kong; And in soccer, Sydney FC's teen star Akol Akon signs multi-million dollar deal with Colorado Rapids.
NSW boosts police patrols for Grand Finals amid DV fears | Midday News Bulletin 22 September 2026
NSW boosts police patrols ahead of Grand Finals amid domestic violence fears; Japan hit by Typhoon Dujuan; And in motor sports, shorter Formula One races to take effect from next year.
Australia backs push for tougher AI regulation | Morning News Bulletin 22 September 2026
Australia backs an international push for tougher AI regulation; Media outlets take the Trump administration to court over White House bans; Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos claims his first Brownlow Medal.
Intergenerational report predicts growing burden for younger people | Evening News Bulletin 21 September 2026
Intergenerational report predicts growing burden for younger people; Australia's ongoing campaign for a seat on the UN Security Council; Socceroo Mohamed Toure in doubt for the friendly series against Brazil.
Spate of domestic violence incidents in NSW | Midday News Bulletin 21 September 2026
NSW police investigate a spate of alleged domestic violence incidents; Australia's record on Indigenous incarceration under scrutiny at the UN; the Australian Rollers win the IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championship.
Australia launches bid for UN Security Council seat | Morning News Bulletin 21 September 2026
Anthony Albanese launches the campaign on Australia's pitch for a UN Security Council seat; German Chancellor Friedrich Merz vows to stay on, after election setbacks for his party in two states; Authorities search for fans who threw bottles at umpires over the weekend.
Child dies after suspected stabbing in Blue Mountains | Evening News Bulletin 20 September 2026
Child dies after suspected stabbing in the Blue Mountains; four people killed in a strike on what the US alleges was a drug trafficking boat; the Wallaroos lose to France in a heartbreaking Test match.
The Prime Minister meets Apple's chief in Silicon Valley | Midday News Bulletin 20 September 2026
The Prime Minister meets with Apple's boss under tight security in Silicon Valley; After a week of controversy, musician Ed Sheeran reveals his position on the Israel-Gaza war; And in sport, The NBL season kicks off with a thriller.
Anger over the White House media ban | Morning News Bulletin 20 September 2026
Anger over the White House media ban; A catch-and-kill order for the shark that fatally attacked a swimmer; And in tennis, Alex de Minaur achieves a straight-sets victory in the Davis Cup.
PM in US to lobby for UN Security Council seat | Evening News Bulletin 19 September 2026
Prime minister in the US to lobby for Australia to get a seat on the UN Security Council; Federal government intervention recommended to tackle the treatment of children in the youth justice system; Freemantle celebrate booking a spot in the AFL grand final.
Fuel prices spike amid Strait of Hormuz turmoil | Midday News Bulletin 19 September 2026
Beaches set to open in Perth after a fatal shark attack; US President Donald Trump bans three media outlets from the White House; Australia trounces Zimbabwe to wrap up their one-day international series.
Swimmer confirmed killed in Perth shark attack | Morning News Bulletin 19 September 2026
The Prime Minister on his way to the US to push Australia's AI agenda; Dozens killed in a bombing outside a mosque in northwestern Pakistan; And in sport, a major boost for the Roosters as Angus Crichton returns for tonight's semi-final.
RBA signals another rate rise could be on the way | Evening News Bulletin 18 September 2026
In this bulletin, the Reserve Bank signals another interest rate rise could be on the way; a swimmer missing after a shark attack at a popular Perth beach; and in sport, the countdown is on to the Sharks' do-or-die semi-final against the Roosters.
Greens question Labor’s overstayer deportation plans | Midday News Bulletin 18 September 2026
In this bulletin, the Greens draw new comparisons between Labor's migration plan and the US crackdown; Ireland to boycott next year's Eurovision contest and in sport, the athlete at the centre of a Hyrox competition controversy issues an apology.
Anthony Albanese heads to UN General Assembly | Morning News Bulletin 18 September 2026
Controversy as Australia's Prime Minister heads to the US for the United Nations general assembly; Fiji declares a national HIV emergency; And in sport, Australian netballer Sarah Klau suspended after being pleading guilty to assault.
Australia to crack down on migration | Evening News Bulletin 17 September 2026
In this bulletin, a migration crackdown, with tougher rules for international students and visa overstayers, new powers to tackle organised crime in New South Wales. And in sport, Giants captain Toby Greene quits GWS for Geelong.
Grimmer case won't be reopened | Midday News Bulletin 17 September 2026
In this bulletin, prosecutors decline to reopen the decades-old case of missing child Cheryl Grimmer, intense scrutiny on Labor’s migration policy ahead of its release. And in sport, a crocodile habitat in Queensland confirmed as the 2032 Olympics rowing site.
Government to announce its long-awaited policy on migration to Australia | Morning News Bulletin 17 September 2026
The government to announce its long awaited policy on migration to Australia; the result of Sweden's national elections decided by the narrowest of margins; the Swans prepare for their do-or-die clash with Fremantle.
Anthropic reaches data centre agreement | Evening News Bulletin 16 September 2026
AI giant Anthropic makes its first Australian data centre move in regional Queensland; Sweeping new knife laws for Victoria; And two NRLW greats call time on their careers.
Tony Burke to outline Labor's immigration policy | Midday News Bulletin 16 September 2026
Immigration minister to outline the federal government's immigration policy at the National Press Club; A report reveals gap in safe drinking water standards in remote First Nations communities; And a date set for a formal farewell for Lionel Messi, following his international retirement.
