Julie Jones has lived by the River Murray all her life and wants all South Australians to participate in the first comprehensive review of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
WA Labor veteran Paul Papalia is resigning, triggering a by-election in the safe seat of Secret Harbour. Premier Roger Cook calls the race "tough" amid surging One Nation support. Papalia, who previously held the seat after a by-election scandal, leaves a legacy of tough laws and industry growth. One Nation is confident, eyeing cost-of-living and housing issues.
China's test of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile over Pacific EEZs prompts Australia to seek more defense pacts with island nations. PM Albanese visits Solomon Islands as officials express concern over China's regional military ambitions.
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee suspended Folarin Balogun's one-match ban for a red card, imposing a fine and a probationary period. The decision, citing political intervention concerns, has drawn criticism from FairSquare, which calls for an investigation into potential breaches of FIFA's neutrality rules.
China's recent submarine-launched missile test, described as routine by Beijing, has drawn sharp criticism from Australia and New Zealand, who called it 'destabilising.' The nuclear-capable missile flew over multiple Pacific nations' EEZs, landing near Tuvalu's, prompting unease among some Pacific officials.
FIFA has suspended a one-match ban for US striker Folarin Balogun after intervention from US President Donald Trump, sparking international backlash from UEFA and football figures who warn of compromised World Cup integrity.
West Victorian town Kaniva, previously the largest in the state without mains drinking water, now has access to a new supply after a pipeline connection. While beneficial for hygiene and water security, some residents are hesitant due to concerns over increased water prices.
