People in central Australia's tourism industry say drive tourism is down, with some wayside inns around Alice Springs reporting about a 75 per cent drop in overnight stays.
A state memorial service for Richard Scolyer, a pioneer in melanoma research and former Australian of the Year, is being held at Sydney's Opera House. Tributes from prominent figures including the Governor-General and Prime Minister will be delivered, alongside musical performances. Scolyer passed away on June 7 after a battle with brain cancer, which he openly documented.
Dharminder Singh, 48, appeared in Toowoomba Magistrates Court via video link charged with the murder of his former partner, Jana Armstrong. Ms. Armstrong's body was discovered in bushland near Redbank Creek after a four-day search. Singh's lawyer stated his client asserts his innocence.
Global markets are volatile as Gulf tensions escalate, impacting oil and wheat prices. Apple sues OpenAI for trade secret theft, while Telstra addresses employee concerns over outages. US earnings season begins with major banks reporting.
Iran and Kuwait reported fresh attacks amid escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claimed strikes on its southern islands, while Kuwait reported attacks on border posts and an oil platform. The incidents occurred after exchanges of fire over control of the vital waterway.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that further expansion of the World Cup to 64 teams will be discussed after the current 48-team tournament. He emphasized inclusivity, allowing all nations to dream of participating and improving.
Richard Scolyer, a leading melanoma pathologist and Australian of the Year, completed a 500km charity bike ride in his final months battling incurable brain cancer. He died at 59, leaving a legacy of groundbreaking research and inspiring others to 'leap in' to noble pursuits.
