EU backs $148bn loan for Ukraine after pipeline spat resolved A bitter feud over an oil pipeline pitted Hungary against Ukraine and stalled the vitally needed funds for Kyiv.

EU backs $148bn loan for Ukraine after pipeline spat resolved: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/eu-to-ap...

Officer who disarmed woman in DV shelter tells of 'worst day' of her career An inquest hears evidence from a senior police officer who ran into a room to disarm a mother who was self-harming inside a Darwin crisis accommodation facility, describing the incident as "one of the worst days" of her policing career.

Officer who disarmed woman in DV shelter tells of 'worst day' of her career: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/nt-inque...

ICC judges reject bid to release former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte Earlier hearings heard Rodrigo Duterte was allegedly responsible for thousands of deaths during his war on drugs.

ICC judges reject bid to release former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/philippi...

'Brutal but necessary': NDIS changes to shift many clients onto states Labor's plan to rein in NDIS growth will result in more than 160,000 people shifting off the scheme, with states expected to deliver alternative "foundational supports".

'Brutal but necessary': NDIS changes to shift many clients onto states: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/labor-nd...

Police investigate unattended bag at Perth Airport amid disruptions Passengers are experiencing disruptions at Perth Airport, as the AFP and WA Police investigate an unattended bag.

Police investigate unattended bag at Perth Airport amid disruptions: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/police-i...

Long-awaited return of Perth-Bunbury train service anounced A long-awaited train service between WA's two largest cities is set to get back on track in June after a near three-year wait.

Long-awaited return of Perth-Bunbury train service anounced: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/australi...

Australian waste facility proposal in Fiji labelled 'waste colonialism' The controversial project would see waste burned to create energy in Fiji to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels, but locals and environmentalists are not happy.

Australian waste facility proposal in Fiji labelled 'waste colonialism': www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/vuda-poi...

'Spectacularly ill-advised': Energy sector condemns gas tax An inquiry into the taxation of gas resources has heard from proponents for a tax, who believe Australians are being robbed of their fair share of wealth from the nation's natural resources, and opponents, who argue touching tax settings would spook investors.

'Spectacularly ill-advised': Energy sector condemns gas tax: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/gas-tax-...

People with autism to be at centre of 160,000 NDIS removals Minister Mark Butler announces his decision to remove more than 160,000 people from the national disability scheme over the next four years, with the timing labelled "troublesome" by autism advocates.

People with autism to be at centre of 160,000 NDIS removals: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/ndis-par...

Bombing of Darwin veteran urges public to learn about largest attack on Australia At 101 years old, Bombing of Darwin survivor Terrance Byrne wants Australians to know exactly what unfolded during the World War II attack on Darwin — still the single largest foreign attack on Australian soil.

Bombing of Darwin veteran urges public to learn about largest attack on Australia: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/bombing-...

$70m student accommodation plan 'takes pressure off' Darwin rental market A towering 14-storey addition to Darwin's skyline is expected to ease housing stress for university students, with $70 million invested to tackle the city's competitive rental market.

$70m student accommodation plan 'takes pressure off' Darwin rental market: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/cdu-new-...

'Clear case of cronyism': Education bureaucrats found corrupt The former boss of the agency that builds public schools in New South Wales is found corrupt by arranging lucrative jobs and contracts for his friends.

'Clear case of cronyism': Education bureaucrats found corrupt: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/school-i...

Pocock slams 'infuriating' gambling reforms as not going far enough Former Wallaby captain turned ACT senator David Pocock argues that Anthony Albanese's proposed gambling reforms do not go far enough and calls for parliamentarians to put vested interests aside to issue a blanket ban.

Pocock slams 'infuriating' gambling reforms as not going far enough: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/david-po...

Here's what you need to know about the NDIS overhaul Health Minister Mark Butler has unveiled sweeping cuts to the ballooning National Disability Insurance Scheme, aimed at cutting costs of the program down to $55 billion by the end of the decade.

Here's what you need to know about the NDIS overhaul: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/ndis-ove...

Court-assigned guardian juggling up to 60 cases prior to client's death An inquest into the death of 54-year-old Raymond Wheatley heard his court-assigned guardian was juggling up to 60 other cases in the months leading up to his death.

Court-assigned guardian juggling up to 60 cases prior to client's death: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/raymond-...

Salmon industry launches campaign to get 'truth of our industry out there' A new advertising campaign featuring the stories of workers adjacent to Tasmania's fish farming industry is launched amid calls for the sector to be shut down.

Salmon industry launches campaign to get 'truth of our industry out there': www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/salmon-t...

Job cuts spark calls for WA's struggling coal miners to merge As the fallout continues from Premier Coal's decision to cut up to 100 jobs from its Collie workforce, calls grow for it to be merged with Griffin Coal.

Job cuts spark calls for WA's struggling coal miners to merge: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/collie-j...

More than 3 million people over 65 to pay more for private health The federal government argues the move will help re-establish fairness across the generations.

More than 3 million people over 65 to pay more for private health: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/private-...

Family pays tribute after teen drowns in Kimberley accident The family of 15-year-old Jack Avenell say they are "heartbroken by the tragic loss" after he drowned at a remote Kimberley location.

Family pays tribute after teen drowns in Kimberley accident: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/jack-ave...

Ampol has received $25m to produce renewable diesel, but will it boost supply? The Queensland government has given $25 million to Ampol so it can produce renewable diesel in a bid to boost domestic fuel supplies.

Ampol has received $25m to produce renewable diesel, but will it boost supply?: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/queensla...

Assault charges against Offspring actor Alicia Gardiner dropped The actor was accused of "breaking the girl code" by grabbing the breast of a staffer at Parliament House in Melbourne during a pro-Palestine demonstration two years ago.

Assault charges against Offspring actor Alicia Gardiner dropped: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/offsprin...

New $30.5m funding package to help repair NT roads damaged by flooding The Northern Territory government has announced $30.5 million in funding to repair roads damaged by wet season flooding across the territory.

New $30.5m funding package to help repair NT roads damaged by flooding: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/nt-gover...

Vandalised war memorial soldier repaired in time for Anzac Day A Laurieton stonemason rushed to the task of repairing a vandalised marble rifle on a NSW Mid North Coast war memorial.

Vandalised war memorial soldier repaired in time for Anzac Day: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/dorrigo-...

Netball Australia CEO steps down as sport prepares for new era Stacey West will step down as CEO of Netball Australia at the end of this week, ending a two-and-a-half-year tenure that has reshaped the sport in this country.

Netball Australia CEO steps down as sport prepares for new era: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/netball-...

How these households divide and conquer mealtimes From share houses to solo living, this is how three households manage the cooking differently.

How these households divide and conquer mealtimes: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/how-hous...

Man on bail for dozens of offences including culpable driving arrested at the wheel A man released on bail for about 60 charges, including two counts of culpable driving causing death, has been arrested at the wheel near Ballarat.

Man on bail for dozens of offences including culpable driving arrested at the wheel: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/man-on-b...

New Zealand's capital cleans up as heavy rain pushes north Floodwaters have receded as locals and some businesses in New Zealand's capital begin clearing debris and reopening shops.

New Zealand's capital cleans up as heavy rain pushes north: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/wellingt...

160,000 people to be kicked off NDIS as Labor overhauls eligibility Health and NDIS Minister Mark Butler unveiled a list of cost-saving measures designed to return the scheme to sustainable levels in a major speech to the National Press Club.

160,000 people to be kicked off NDIS as Labor overhauls eligibility: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/mark-but...

Childcare company CEO denies problems at centres a symptom of growing pains The head of Edge Early Learning says he is conducting a "whole of business transformation project" after being the subject of compliance action over inadequate supervision and other issues at its childcare centres in Adelaide.

Childcare company CEO denies problems at centres a symptom of growing pains: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/edge-ceo...

Tim Picton's accused killer pleads guilty over separate assault A man who allegedly killed Labor identity Tim Picton in Perth admits assaulting another man in Kalamunda just days earlier.

Tim Picton's accused killer pleads guilty over separate assault: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-22/brodie-j...