As the nation digests the budget, Australian shares have opened lower, with the ASX 200 down in Wednesday trading after a mixed night on Wall Street as US inflation rose to 3.5 per cent. Follow our live markets blog.
Swastikas and anti-Jewish abuse were discovered spray-painted at Princess Royal Fortress in Albany, Western Australia. Local leaders and Jewish community representatives have condemned the vandalism, which police are investigating.
Alice Springs' Olive Pink Botanic Garden will host a new Indigenous Tourism Hub funded by a federal grant. This initiative, part of a larger $8.5 million tourism boost for Central Australia, aims to support Indigenous operators and attract visitors with free flights and new experiences.
Two Labor party members were forcibly removed from the NSW Labor State Conference in Sydney after unfurling a Palestinian flag. They demand an apology from Premier Chris Minns, while another banner on Palestine was displayed without police intervention the next day.
Hobart Deputy Lord Mayor Zelinda Sherlock is facing calls to resign after documents revealed she took taxpayer-funded refreshments from a council lounge for personal use. Councillors allege premeditation and a cover-up, while Sherlock claims misunderstanding of policy and political motivation behind the renewed scrutiny.
Australian Federal Police have issued a formal warning to a young person who made an online death threat against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit to Melbourne. The AFP stated there is no current or impending risk to the community.
Former UOW chancellor Michael Still testified at ICAC regarding allegations of favouritism and governance failures. He was questioned about a proposed $388,000 role for Alyssa White, denying conflict of interest claims and stating the proposal originated with the incoming vice-chancellor.
