ABC Australia

From the turmoil of the 1930s and '40s, to the turn of the 21st century, our nation's modern history has been shaped by countless Australians, from all walks of life, who have risen to the challenges of their times.

From coast to coast, through the outback, remote, rural and country towns and into the major regional and provincial cities, the ABC News team have scoured the nation to bring you the best regional reporting in 2025.

The PNG Pepes netball team embark on their first international appearance under the leadership of head coach Lua Rikis, and members of the Solomon Islands Men's Football team journey to South Australia in Part 3 of Mana Wave.

By the early 90s as players moved between test and limited overs cricket, some players excelled becoming one-day specialists and these mavericks ultimately transformed the game.

All the news you need to start your day. Fauziah Ibrahim and Johanna Nicholson bring you the latest news, interviews, politics, culture, weather and global affairs. Plus sport with Jared Coote.

All the news you need to start your day. Fauziah Ibrahim and Johanna Nicholson bring you the latest news, interviews, politics, culture, weather and global affairs. Plus sport with Jared Coote.

All the news you need to start your day. Fauziah Ibrahim and Johanna Nicholson bring you the latest news, interviews, politics, culture, weather and global affairs. Plus sport with Jared Coote.

Dreaming Big is a documentary about gifted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youths on the cusp of becoming Australia's next generation of sports stars.

The PNG Pepes netball team embark on their first international appearance under the leadership of head coach Lua Rikis, and members of the Solomon Islands Men's Football team journey to South Australia in Part 3 of Mana Wave.

The latest from ABC News on the weekend, bringing you the day's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, expert analysis and all the updated news, sport, weather and information you need.

Embark on a culinary adventure with Dan Hong through Hong Kong's bustling streets. Experience the city's diverse food culture, from Western-inspired cha chaan teng to traditional tofu-making shops.

The latest from ABC News on the weekend, bringing you the day's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, expert analysis and all the updated news, sport, weather and information you need.

Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket faces resistance from cricketing establishment. TV broadcast introduces multiple cameras and pitch microphones and bowlers like Dennis Lillee and the West Indian greats redefine the game.

The mentors evaluate Team Collie and Team Kelpie during their ten-month assessments. With just two months remaining, the competition intensifies as everyone strives to perfect their skills for the final assessment.

The Wallace Line divides separate worlds, where radically different animals live remarkably similar lives. This is the story of two parallel creations, and what happens when these worlds collide.

Dreaming Big is a documentary about gifted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youths on the cusp of becoming Australia's next generation of sports stars.

Locked out of Melbourne's soaring housing market, Matt and Kate move to Tasmania to build two Earthships with no building experience.

The latest from ABC News on the weekend, bringing you the day's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, expert analysis and all the updated news, sport, weather and information you need.

From farm to fashion, cotton and wool grown in Australia, made in India and exported to the world. How a new trade deal opens up new mass markets and partnerships for Australian farmers.

Embark on a culinary adventure with Dan Hong through Hong Kong's bustling streets. Experience the city's diverse food culture, from Western-inspired cha chaan teng to traditional tofu-making shops.

There's never been a more important time for transparency and trust. ABC News brings you the day's top stories and latest news, with more reporters to tell you what's going on and why it matters. Presented by Joe O'Brien.

Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket faces resistance from cricketing establishment. TV broadcast introduces multiple cameras and pitch microphones and bowlers like Dennis Lillee and the West Indian greats redefine the game.

The Wallace Line divides separate worlds, where radically different animals live remarkably similar lives. This is the story of two parallel creations, and what happens when these worlds collide.

When you need to know what's happening turn to ABC News for coverage you can trust. We bring you the day's events from reporters in more locations across Australia, connecting communities and telling your stories.

Dreaming Big is a documentary about gifted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youths on the cusp of becoming Australia's next generation of sports stars.

The mentors evaluate Team Collie and Team Kelpie during their ten-month assessments. With just two months remaining, the competition intensifies as everyone strives to perfect their skills for the final assessment.

The final word on the day's top stories, with the latest news and updated information from Australia's most trusted source of independent news.

Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket faces resistance from cricketing establishment. TV broadcast introduces multiple cameras and pitch microphones and bowlers like Dennis Lillee and the West Indian greats redefine the game.

The Wallace Line divides separate worlds, where radically different animals live remarkably similar lives. This is the story of two parallel creations, and what happens when these worlds collide.

Namila Benson & Zoe Norton Lodge ask when it comes to magic should we solve or savour it? With Grammy winner Jacob Collier, mentalist Lawrence Leung, designer Marg Horwell, artist Hayley Millar Baker & a tiny lab-grown brain.

The former Soviet republic of Georgia is fighting for its very existence as a democracy. With dissenters being jailed and a raft of draconian laws passed, opposition figures claim neighbouring Russia is pulling the strings.

Embark on a powerful journey into the heart of Papua New Guinea, 50 years on from independence. Wan Kantri captures the spirit and traditions of a country deeply connected to its roots and confidently looking to the future.

There's never been a more important time to stay in touch with what's happening in our world. Girish Sawlani presents the latest international news from ABC News correspondents as well as interviews with experts and guests.

The weather forces the survivalists to innovate like never before.

Start your day with the latest overnight developments, breaking news and today's top stories. Catherine Murphy and Olivia Caisley bring you news and interviews, joined by Johnson Raela with sport and Nate Byrne with weather.

As each day begins get the facts you need to stay informed. Bridget Brennan and James Glenday present the latest news, overnight developments and today's top stories, joined by Emma Rebellato, Catherine Murphy and Nate Byrne.

Stay in the know with what's happening this morning. ABC News brings you up-to-the-minute news to fuel your daily conversations so you can stay connected and follow the discussion across the day. Presented by Gemma Veness.

The leading news at lunchtime. Joe O'Brien brings you today's top stories and the latest news as it unfolds, with reporters in the community across Australia and around the world reporting on the issues that matter to you.

School striker Anjali Sharma sued the government at 16. Now she's taking her fight for an end to fossil fuels to federal parliament, and the powerbrokers are listening.

Dr Ann Jones and Paul West travel across Australia to investigate the extraordinary lives of Australia's oldest, largest and most iconic trees and a panel of judges will crown Australia's Favourite Tree! (Final).

Phil Breslin heads into the mangroves, for a muddy encounter with a feisty mud crab, a shovel-nosed ray that he catches bare-handed and a mosquito, well quite a lot of mosquitoes that almost eat him alive.

Costa meets an unstoppable gardener, Sophie combines edible and ornamental plants, Hannah tours a huge restaurant garden, Josh visits a community nursery, and we meet a gardener advocating for accessibility.

Against all odds, our remaining survivalists have battled hunger, loneliness, flooding and extreme physical and mental challenges - but only one can win.

Ruby Cornish presents the latest from ABC News, following today's top stories and coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, analysis and updated news, sport and weather you need across the summer holidays.

Asylum Seeker Resource Centre CEO Kon Karapanagiotidis and performer Michelle Law join Adam to share their showstopping shortcuts - minimal effort, big impact, great eating!

Nature nerd, Dr Ann Jones travels through the Indo-Pacific region to find the dedicated people bringing our planet's amazing animals, plants and ecosystems back from the brink. This time Ann explores the Kingdom of Tonga.

There's never been a more important time for transparency and trust. ABC News brings you the day's top stories and latest news, with more reporters to tell you what's going on and why it matters. Presented by Ruby Cornish.

Michael Rowland presents Australia's premier daily current affairs program, delivering agenda-setting journalism and interviews that hold the powerful to account.

School striker Anjali Sharma sued the government at 16. Now she's taking her fight for an end to fossil fuels to federal parliament, and the powerbrokers are listening.

Phil Breslin heads into the mangroves, for a muddy encounter with a feisty mud crab, a shovel-nosed ray that he catches bare-handed and a mosquito, well quite a lot of mosquitoes that almost eat him alive.

There's never been a more important time to stay in touch with what's happening in our world. Girish Sawlani presents the latest international news from ABC News correspondents as well as interviews with experts and guests.

Against all odds, our remaining survivalists have battled hunger, loneliness, flooding and extreme physical and mental challenges - but only one can win.

Dr Ann Jones and Paul West travel across Australia to investigate the extraordinary lives of Australia's oldest, largest and most iconic trees and a panel of judges will crown Australia's Favourite Tree! (Final).

School striker Anjali Sharma sued the government at 16. Now she's taking her fight for an end to fossil fuels to federal parliament, and the powerbrokers are listening.

Know the latest on the day's top stories, as Craig Smart brings you a comprehensive roundup of the news of the day. ABC News has reporters across Australia and around the globe reporting on the issues that matter to you.

Michael Rowland presents Australia's premier daily current affairs program, delivering agenda-setting journalism and interviews that hold the powerful to account.

There's never been a more important time to stay in touch with what's happening in our world. Girish Sawlani presents the latest international news from ABC News correspondents as well as interviews with experts and guests.

Against all odds, our remaining survivalists have battled hunger, loneliness, flooding and extreme physical and mental challenges - but only one can win.