Queensland man dies in fatal crash, as state road fatalities jump 24pc
Members of the public and emergency services assisted at the scene of a fatal crash in Townsville, one of several deadly crashes on Queensland roads over the past week.

Members of the public and emergency services assisted at the scene of a fatal crash in Townsville, one of several deadly crashes on Queensland roads over the past week.

Victorian government ministers and opposition members participated in the second annual Parliamentary Big Freeze, taking ice baths to raise funds for Neale Daniher's FightMND charity. Organized by MP Emma Vulin, who has MND, the event aimed to raise up to $30,000 and highlighted community unity.

Jessica Beckett, 45, was denied bail in a WA court after being charged with attempted people smuggling. She claims she was only paid $20,000 to sail a yacht to Indonesia and was unaware it was part of a plan to smuggle a fugitive bikie, Dylan Cvek.

Europe is set to experience a significant heatwave this week as hot air from the Sahara spreads across the continent, with temperatures reaching the mid-30s Celsius in several countries. Meanwhile, parts of Australia are also seeing above-average temperatures.

An inquest into the death of Kumanjayi White, 24, who died in police custody in Alice Springs last year, will examine hundreds of witness statements over four weeks starting April 5, 2027. The Director of Public Prosecutions recommended no criminal charges be laid.

A coroner has found Josh Warneke, 21, was likely murdered with a weapon in Broome 16 years ago. The initial police investigation was criticized for lacking resources and proper forensic procedures, leading to the wrongful jailing of Gene Gibson. The coroner will refer findings for further investigation.

A coroner has found Josh Warneke, 21, was likely murdered with a weapon 16 years ago in Broome, Western Australia. The initial investigation was criticized for botching the case, leading to the acquittal of the man jailed for his killing. The coroner's findings may lead to a new police probe.