The state budget landed on the same day the Reserve Bank once again jacked up interest rates, and ABC listeners say the cost of living is keeping them awake at night, Raf Epstein writes.
Tom Kim won the Scottish Open, finishing two shots ahead of Australian Min Woo Lee. Kim's bogey-free final round secured his first PGA Tour title since 2023, while Lee secured second place and a boost for the upcoming British Open.
Torrential monsoon rains have caused deadly floods and landslides in Bangladesh, affecting seven districts and leaving over 267,000 households stranded. Rescue efforts are hampered by power outages and damaged infrastructure, while Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar were also hit.
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.
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.
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.
Climbing Victoria supports a Parks Victoria proposal to avoid blanket climbing bans at Mount Arapiles Dyurrite, allowing access to most routes while rerouting climbs near culturally significant Indigenous sites.
