The closure of a bridge linking Wheatbelt residents to their town sparks concern about emergency response times and access to services, including disability support.
Belgium took an early lead in Seattle through Charles De Ketelaere, but the USA equalized via Malik Tillman. Weston McKennie was booked for a poor challenge. The match saw several key moments including injuries and missed chances for both sides.
Greensteel Australia plans to build a $500 million, zero-emissions steel mill on the former BHP steelworks site in Newcastle, aiming to produce 600,000 tonnes of steel annually by January 2028. The project aims to reduce reliance on imported steel and stabilize prices for Australian builders.
Health Minister Bridget Archer will serve as acting Tasmanian premier for a week, a move seen as a potential trial for her leadership. This appointment, while brief, signals a strategic succession plan for Premier Jeremy Rockliff, potentially positioning Archer as his preferred successor despite internal party rivalries.
Belgium takes an early lead against the USA with a goal from Charles De Ketelaere in the 9th minute. Despite early Belgian pressure and multiple saves from USA goalkeeper Matt Freese, the USA team is looking to harness fan belief for a quarterfinal spot. Key players like Christian Pulisic express confidence in the USA's ability to compete.
Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs globally, impacting its Australian workforce. The layoffs are partly driven by the need to show returns on AI investments and a restructuring of the Xbox division, which will see 3,200 job cuts.
Six-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton is embracing his Australian identity after a successful first Boomers camp and two dominant World Cup qualifier wins. Cotton, who became an Australian citizen in late 2025, scored 21 points against the Philippines and 18 against Guam, feeling more Australian than ever while representing the country.
