Charlotte Mortlock believes it is time for Australia to leave the left-right ideology behind and focus on what brings people together instead.
Richard White is stepping down as chair of WiseTech Global due to recent media attention, though he remains on the board. The company's shares rallied on the news, but remain significantly down over the past year due to personal scandals impacting the share price. Raelene Murphy has been appointed independent chair.
Live updates from the USA vs Belgium match. Belgium took a shock lead in the second half after a goalkeeping error by Matt Freese. The USA made several substitutions in an attempt to equalize, including bringing on Ricardo Pepi and Giovanni Reyna.
Health Minister Bridget Archer will serve as acting Tasmanian premier for a week, a move seen as a trial for her potential leadership. Her appointment, even briefly, is significant in Tasmanian politics, potentially sparking envy within her party.
Six teenagers have been charged after vandalising the Cherbourg cemetery, damaging headstones and fences. Elders expressed deep disappointment and shame, calling for respect and community action to address youth offending.
Former NRL player Jai Arrow married his partner Berina Colakovic in Sydney. The wedding took place months after Arrow revealed his diagnosis with motor neurone disease (MND). The NRL has launched 'Jai July' to support him and raise funds for MND research.
Belgium holds a 2-1 lead over the USA at halftime in Seattle. Despite a nervy start, Belgium has dominated possession and created more chances, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring the go-ahead goal. The USA equalized briefly through Malik Tillman, but Belgium quickly responded.
