A brown skua found dead at Cape Le Grand National Park, Western Australia, has tested positive for avian influenza. Further testing is underway to confirm if it is the H5N1 strain. A second bird, a giant petrel, is also being tested. Officials urge the public not to touch sick or dead birds.
Linda Cameron provided first aid to former AFL player Tony Modra after he was critically injured in a truck crash on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula. She held his hand and applied pressure to wounds while waiting for emergency services.
A new pitch in Chattogram is expected to favor spinners, with low bounce. Bangladesh captain Towhid Hridoy discusses team changes and batting partnerships, while Australia's Mitchell Marsh aims to set a total and introduces Aaron Hardie for batting depth.
Australia is 31/2 in 3.2 overs against Bangladesh. Nahid Rana took two wickets, including Cooper Connolly, while Nasum Ahmed dismissed Josh Inglis for his 50th T20I wicket. Mitchell Marsh scored boundaries early on.
US-Iran talks in Switzerland to implement a peace deal were cancelled as Hezbollah targeted Israeli forces and Israel conducted airstrikes in south Lebanon. The cancellation occurred amidst the most violent exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah since the last ceasefire.
A migratory wild bird found sick in Western Australia has tested positive for avian influenza, with results for the deadly H5N1 strain expected Saturday. This is the first suspected case on mainland Australia, prompting investigations and public health warnings.
Victoria's Phillip Island will host the FIM Superbike World Championships for the last time in 2027 before the event moves to The Bend, South Australia, in 2028. This marks the second major international motoring event lost by Victoria to South Australia in six months, following the MotoGP's relocation.
Australian senators have slammed senior figures in the accounting industry over the KPMG whistleblower scandal, citing a "systemic failure" in regulation following revelations of client data misuse and pressure on whistleblowers. The inquiry heard apologies and admissions of failure from former KPMG executives and CA ANZ leaders.
Il Brasile di Carlo Ancelotti affronta Haiti a Philadelphia dopo un pareggio iniziale. Ancelotti chiede miglioramenti in termini di equilibrio e qualità di gioco, annunciando cambi nella formazione. L'Iran presenta un reclamo alla FIFA per presunte restrizioni ai Mondiali.
Il Messico batte la Corea del Sud 1-0 ed è la prima squadra a qualificarsi per i sedicesimi dei Mondiali 2026. Il Canada travolge il Qatar 6-0, ma l'infortunio di Koné macchia la vittoria. Ancelotti chiede di più al Brasile dopo il pareggio iniziale. L'Iran protesta per presunte restrizioni.
Australia's sole daily news service delivered in Australian Sign Language, Auslan90, has had its federal government funding extended until June 2027. The service, produced by Deaf Connect with Deaf journalists, provides news in Auslan to the Deaf community.
Australia has confirmed a suspected case of the H5 bird flu strain in a wild migratory bird in Western Australia. If confirmed, this would mean the virus has spread to every continent, having already killed millions of birds and mammals globally. Authorities are awaiting further test results.
Australia has confirmed a suspected case of the H5 bird flu strain in a wild migratory bird in Western Australia. If confirmed, this would mean the virus has spread to every continent, having already killed millions of birds and mammals worldwide.
Voters in South Australia are receiving fines for not voting, despite having cast ballots during the recent state election. The Electoral Commission of South Australia (ECSA) has issued infringement notices to residents who voted early, leading to confusion and frustration. This comes amid a review into the election's disorganization and the resignation of the Electoral Commissioner.
The Jewish Council of Australia (JCA) identifies far-right extremism and the conflation of Jewish identity with Israel as primary drivers of antisemitism in Australia. The group's submission to a royal commission highlights the "often overlooked" threat from the far-right and criticizes the tendency to treat Jews collectively as representatives of Israel.
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is investigating Oxevision, a camera and sensor system used by 40% of NHS mental health trusts to monitor patients in their bedrooms, over data protection concerns. Patients describe it as 'creepy' and 'spying,' while a bereaved mother claims it contributed to her daughter's paranoia before suicide. Oxehealth (now LIO) states the technology enhances safety and frees up staff time.
Kawsar Ahmad, an Australian woman accused of enslavement and slave trading after returning from Syria, is seeking bail. Police oppose her release, fearing she will spread extremist ideology, while her defense argues she no longer supports ISIS. A new risk assessment is pending.
SkyCity Adelaide has been fined $21 million by South Australia's gambling regulator for failing to meet anti-money laundering and harm minimisation obligations. The casino must also phase out cash transactions over $4,999 and implement significant governance changes.
USA coach Mauricio Pochettino highlighted Australia's 'belief' and mentality as key strengths ahead of their World Cup meeting in Seattle. Socceroos stand-in captain Harry Souttar echoed this, citing long-term planning and team cohesion. Australia aims to prove they belong on the world stage.
Senator Pauline Hanson claimed Australian businesses are "tied" to lazy workers they "can't sack." Employment law experts and small business advocates debated this, with some agreeing the system favors employees and others stating clear processes allow dismissals.
Western Australia Police will trial real-time facial recognition cameras in a marked van to scan crowds for wanted individuals, child sex offenders, and missing persons. The technology will cross-reference faces with a database, alerting officers to potential matches. Police aim to address privacy concerns by stating the system pixelates non-matches and deletes data immediately.
Western Australia will pilot real-time facial recognition cameras in police vans to scan crowds for wanted individuals, sex offenders, and missing persons. The technology will pixelate non-matches and delete data immediately, aiming to enhance community safety while addressing privacy concerns.
Pauline Hanson delivered a combative address at the National Press Club, attacking multiculturalism, climate change, and transgender rights. Journalist Margo Kingston discusses the significance of this speech as the potential start of Hanson's federal campaign.
News Corp commentators praised Pauline Hanson's National Press Club speech, calling it a "tour de force" and comparing her to Margaret Thatcher. However, some journalists, like Greg Jericho, criticized the media's handling of questions. Meanwhile, issues arose regarding press gallery passes, Qantas advertising by a newspaper editor, and a controversial appointment in New Zealand media.
