Ben Roberts-Smith issues first statement after his release on bail
War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith issues his first statement since his release on bail from a Sydney jail.

War veteran Ben Roberts-Smith issues his first statement since his release on bail from a Sydney jail.

A Tasmanian hospitality group, operating seven popular Hobart venues including Republic Bar and Cargo Bar, has entered voluntary administration due to rising costs and changing consumer behavior. The aim is to sell the venues to new owners and reopen them, protecting jobs and creditors.

A Melbourne suburban football club is seeking an investigation into how cricket pitches are covered on multi-use ovals after player Nathan Fitzgerald suffered critical head injuries. The 27-year-old is receiving end-of-life care after multiple head knocks during a game, one of which involved hitting his head on a hard cricket pitch.

Mexico scores a goal in the 42nd minute, bringing the score to 2-2 against England. England had previously scored two goals in quick succession, with Jude Bellingham scoring in the 37th minute and Harry Kane adding another just 99 seconds later.

Wildlife advocates and a local councillor are calling for stricter regulations in Tasmania to protect Neil, a popular five-year-old elephant seal. Concerns are rising about public safety and Neil's welfare as his popularity grows, with fears authorities might need to euthanize him if people don't maintain distance. A petition seeks restricted access zones around his habitats.

Concrete blocks, known as the 'Yellow Line,' mark Israeli-controlled territory in Gaza, shifting unpredictably and displacing Palestinians. This moving boundary, along with an 'Orange Line' buffer, effectively shrinks habitable land, leading to destruction and fear.

Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group, which operate seven popular Hobart pubs including Republic Bar and Jack Greene, have entered voluntary administration due to rising supply costs and changing consumer behavior. Apex Advisory will manage the sale process, aiming to reopen the venues under new ownership and protect jobs.