Ship owner bid to limit payout over tugboats sinking fails
A shipping company's attempt to avoid paying millions of dollars to Tasmania's port authority over the sinking of two tugboats in Devonport has been overturned by Australia's High Court.

A shipping company's attempt to avoid paying millions of dollars to Tasmania's port authority over the sinking of two tugboats in Devonport has been overturned by Australia's High Court.

Andy Bickers, the saxophone player for Australian rock band Cold Chisel for over 30 years, has died after a battle with cancer. The band announced his passing on Friday morning, remembering him as an "incredible musician and a great person." Lead vocalist Jimmy Barnes also paid tribute, noting Bickers' extensive touring career.

The Warriors defeated the Wests Tigers 32-6 at Campbelltown Stadium. Despite a strong start from the Warriors, the Tigers showed improved play in the second half. Jarome Luai's future with the team was a topic of discussion.

The Bayeux Tapestry, a 68-meter artwork depicting the 1066 Norman Conquest, has arrived in Britain for the first time in nearly 1,000 years. The meticulously planned, secret night-time transfer from France involved unprecedented security and logistical efforts, with the tapestry insured for £800 million. The loan, a symbol of closer UK-France ties, has already generated significant ticket sales for its upcoming exhibition at the British Museum.

The US Secret Service reportedly advised President Trump to use the older Air Force One for his departure from Türkiye due to renewed hostilities with Iran, raising questions about the security retrofits of a new, Qatari-donated Boeing 747-8.

The New Zealand Warriors secured a 32-6 victory over the Wests Tigers at Campbelltown Stadium. Despite a strong start from the Warriors, the Tigers showed a resurgence in the second half. Jarome Luai's future with the Tigers was a topic of discussion post-match.

Collingwood secured a narrow victory over North Melbourne with a final score of 13.11 (89) to 12.13 (85). The match was closely contested, with lead changes throughout, culminating in a dramatic finish.