Evening News Bulletin 16 November 2025

In this bulletin ... ** A South African neo-Nazi detained by Border Force officers ** Jess Wilson becomes the first woman to lead the Victorian LIberal Party ... And in sport, ** Surfing icon Layne Beachley recognised by Sport Australia Hall of Fame.

New leaders for both Victoria's Liberals and and New South Wales Nationals., The UN Security Council endorses a US plan for peace in Gaza, European heavyweights book their spots at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Bangladesh's former Prime Minister is sentenced to death; Victoria's Opposition to vote in a leadership contest; And in sport, Matildas star Mary Fowler opens up about her mental health struggles.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese dismisses the Coalition's climate policy, Donald Trump says Republicans should vote to release the Epstein files Australian Paralympic cyclist Paige Greco dies suddenly, aged 28.

Remediation underway after the recall of asbestos-contaminated sand products, The Coalition attempts to win over voters with its energy policy, Jannik Sinner successfully defends his ATP Finals title.

The Coalition sets a timeline for unveiling immigration policy, nearly 70 schools in the ACT closed due to asbestos concerns, Portugal qualify for the World Cup after defeating Armenia.

The Coalition deciding on its formal net zero climate position; Britain to announce massive changes to its asylum seeker policies; The Wallabies record a major loss to Ireland in their Dublin tour match.

The Coalition attempts to present a united front on climate policy; Pope Leo celebrates cinema in a meeting with Hollywood stars; And in Tennis, Alex de Minaur says he will come back stronger after ATP Finals defeat.

Coalition to finalise new climate stance as party drops net-zero target; Heavy rainfall destroys makeshift shelters in Gaza; And in football, Socceroos coach says the team must improve after losing to Venezuela.

A Sydney driver charged over the death of a woman and her unborn baby; The UN to probe allegations of atrocities in Sudan; Scans clear England ace Mark Wood ahead of the first Ashes test against Australia.