Channel 736: ABC NEWS on February 18, 2026
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11:30 PM - 12:00 AM 7.30 A supersized fatberg clogging a Sydney sewer has been blamed for the mysterious debris balls washing up on beaches. Opposition Leader Angus Taylor unveils his shadow cabinet. Plus the town of Whyalla remains in limbo. 30 mins
12:00 AM - 12:15 AM DW News (Live) The latest international news and the day's top stories from a European perspective. Our broadcast partner DW brings you live coverage from Berlin with updated reports and expert analysis on the big global issues and events. 14 mins
12:15 AM - 12:30 AM The Business The Anti-Slavery Commissioner Chris Evans warns Australia is becoming a dumping ground for products made with slave labour. Plus BHP beats profit expectations, with copper assets outshining iron ore for the first time. 15 mins
12:31 AM - 01:28 AM The World Yvonne Yong presents the latest news from around the globe. Tonight: Anthony Albanese says the Australian government won't help ISIS-linked families leave Syria, plus Kim Jong Un's daughter reportedly chosen as his successor. 57 mins
01:29 AM - 02:00 AM 7.30 A supersized fatberg clogging a Sydney sewer has been blamed for the mysterious debris balls washing up on beaches. Opposition Leader Angus Taylor unveils his shadow cabinet. Plus the town of Whyalla remains in limbo. 31 mins
02:00 AM - 02:28 AM DW News (Live) The latest international news and the day's top stories from a European perspective. Our broadcast partner DW brings you live coverage from Berlin with updated reports and expert analysis on the big global issues and events. 27 mins
02:28 AM - 03:00 AM Australian Story (AD) Sophie Hyde is one of Australia's most successful directors, working with some of Hollywood's finest. But in her latest film she turns the spotlight on her own family. 32 mins
03:00 AM - 06:00 AM News Breakfast As the 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. 3 hrs
06:00 AM - 09:00 AM ABC News Mornings 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. 3 hrs
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM ABC News At Noon The leading news at lunchtime. Ros Childs brings you the day'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. 30 mins
09:30 AM - 10:27 AM National Press Club Address David Crisafulli, Premier of Queensland, addresses the National Press Club of Australia on the topic "Queensland's Next Generation Economy". 57 mins
10:35 AM - 12:00 PM ABC News Day As every story unfolds, catch each breaking moment and stay up to date. Ros Childs brings you the latest news, interviews, analysis and original reporting on the issues that matter to you. 1 hr 25 mins
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM ABC News Afternoons More news, more often. Wherever you are stay in touch with ABC News through the day. We have reporters in more places, to tell you what's happening and why it matters. Ros Childs brings you the latest news and information. 1 hr
01:00 PM - 02:00 PM Afternoon Briefing Your daily download of everything you need to know about politics, national and global affairs. Patricia Karvelas asks politicians the tough questions and talks to key players and experts on the issues driving the news cycle. 1 hr
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ABC News with Joe O'Brien Joe O'Brien brings you a comprehensive summary of the day's events, with the latest breaking news, in depth coverage of the top stories, live crosses, interviews and explainers to bring you up to speed on what's going on. 1 hr
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM ABC News Hour Joe O'Brien presents the day's top stories and the latest news. From your neighbourhood, across Australia and around the globe, ABC News has reporters following the stories that matter so you can stay in the know. 1 hr
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM ABC National News 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. 30 mins
04:30 PM - 05:00 PM 7.30 The Albanese government says it is not helping a group of women and children attempting to leave Syria to return to Australia. Sarah Ferguson interviews Tony Burke. Growing calls for a royal commission into CFMEU corruption. 30 mins
05:00 PM - 05:45 PM ABC News Tonight The latest breaking news and a comprehensive roundup of today's best stories from across Australia's states and regions. With reporters in more places ABC News tells the stories that matter to you. Presented by Manny Tsigas. 45 mins
05:45 PM - 06:00 PM The Business Oil and gas company Santos is cutting 10% of its workforce and announced a strategic review ahead of the government's gas reservation scheme. Plus working Australians are going backwards as inflation outpaces wage growth. 15 mins
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM The World Yvonne Yong brings you the latest news from around the globe. Tonight: Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as 'tense' peace talks wrap up day one, plus HungryPanda riders say Chinese police are making threats amid a pay dispute. 1 hr
07:00 PM - 07:29 PM ABC Nightly News The home of breaking news and in-depth coverage of the big stories from across Australia and around the globe. The ABC's network of reporters cover important stories and all the news you need. Presented by Manny Tsigas. 29 mins
07:29 PM - 08:00 PM Australian Story (AD) Sophie Hyde is one of Australia's most successful directors, working with some of Hollywood's finest. But in her latest film she turns the spotlight on her own family. 31 mins
08:00 PM - 08:26 PM ABC Late News More news, more often. Wherever you are stay in touch with ABC News. We've got more reporters in more places, connecting communities and covering the stories and issues that matter to you. Presented by Michael Tetlow. 26 mins
08:29 PM - 09:00 PM 7.30 The Albanese government says it is not helping a group of women and children attempting to leave Syria to return to Australia. Sarah Ferguson interviews Tony Burke. Growing calls for a royal commission into CFMEU corruption. 31 mins
09:00 PM - 09:30 PM ABC Late News Know the latest on the day's top stories, as Michael Tetlow 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. 30 mins
09:30 PM - 10:00 PM That Pacific Sports Show Former PNG Olympian Toea Wisil and former Vanuatu national cricket Captain Selina Solman have moved into regional areas to help provide for their families but also to give back to the close-knit communities they now live in. 30 mins
10:00 PM - 10:15 PM ABC Late News End your day with the latest on the day's top stories. ABC News has reporters across Australia and around the globe to uncover what's happening and why it matters. Presented by Michael Tetlow in Perth. 15 mins
10:15 PM - 10:30 PM The Business Oil and gas company Santos is cutting 10% of its workforce and announced a strategic review ahead of the government's gas reservation scheme. Plus working Australians are going backwards as inflation outpaces wage growth. 15 mins
10:30 PM - 11:00 PM The Art Of Taboo In The Art of Taboo, we meet "Piss Christ" artist Andres Serrano, our rep at the 2026 Venice Biennale Khaled Sabsabi, as well as artists Sam Peterson, Latai Taumoepeau and curator Sione Francis. Guest hosted by Brook Andrew. 29 mins
11:00 PM - 11:15 PM DW News (Live) The latest international news and the day's top stories from a European perspective. Our broadcast partner DW brings you live coverage from Berlin with updated reports and expert analysis on the big global issues and events. 14 mins
11:15 PM - 11:30 PM ABC Late News End your day with the latest on the day's top stories. ABC News has reporters across Australia and around the globe to uncover what's happening and why it matters. Presented by Michael Tetlow in Perth. 15 mins
11:30 PM - 12:00 AM 7.30 The Albanese government says it is not helping a group of women and children attempting to leave Syria to return to Australia. Sarah Ferguson interviews Tony Burke. Growing calls for a royal commission into CFMEU corruption. 30 mins