At a vigil held in Alice Springs last night for Kumanjayi Little Baby, a statement was read on behalf of her mother who called for the community to remember her five-year-old child as a "pretty girl in pink" who was "truly loved" by her family.
A-League players have unanimously rejected the latest pay deal proposed by the Australian Professional Leagues (APL), leading to potential industrial action. The previous collective bargaining agreement expired on June 30, leaving the leagues without a CBA and players free to strike.
Actor Sam Neill, known for his role in Jurassic Park and his charisma, has died at 78. The New Zealand-born actor, who considered Australia his second home, revealed in 2023 he was undergoing treatment for a rare blood cancer but urged people not to worry.
An inquest found a paramedic had a "flawed understanding" of his powers to force entry into a home, leading to a delay in reaching a distressed man, David Low, who later died. Coroner David Whittle made recommendations for improved training and equipment.
A wildlife rescuer in Queensland, Australia, was seen in a hazmat suit attending to a sick northern giant petrel on Noosa Main Beach. The bird was tested for H5 avian influenza, raising concerns about a potential outbreak in the region. Wildlife organizations are taking precautions and appealing for donations for quarantine facilities.
Actor Sam Neill, known for his roles in "My Brilliant Career" and "Jurassic Park," has passed away at the age of 78. His social media account announced his death in Sydney, stating it was sudden and unexpected but that he was cancer-free.
A 55-year-old man has died after being attacked by his dog on his property in Coonabarabran, NSW. Police euthanased the animal at the scene, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
