Caroline Wells will become the 30th Governor of Tasmania after receiving formal approval from King Charles III, replacing Barbara Baker AC.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that further expansion of the World Cup to 64 teams will be discussed after the current 48-team tournament. He emphasized inclusivity, allowing all nations to dream of participating and improving.
Climbing Victoria supports a Parks Victoria proposal to avoid blanket climbing bans at Mount Arapiles Dyurrite, allowing access to most routes while rerouting climbs near culturally significant Indigenous sites.
The 'Slow Read' exhibition at Town Hall Gallery features Australian artists who transform books into multi-dimensional artworks, encouraging viewers to disconnect from social media and engage deeply with art, highlighting the benefits of focused attention and tactile experiences.
The North Midlands community in WA's wheatbelt has provided free first aid training to over 1,300 people, funded by an annual charity golf day and auction. The initiative aims to equip volunteers with life-saving skills for emergencies where ambulance response times can be long.
Iran and Kuwait reported fresh attacks amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claimed strikes on its southern islands, while Kuwait reported attacks on border posts and an oil platform. The incidents occurred after Tehran and Washington exchanged fire, with control of the vital waterway as the central issue.
Iran and Kuwait reported separate attacks amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran and Washington exchanged contradictory statements on the waterway's status, with Iran claiming control and the US asserting it remains open. The strikes, unclaimed, occurred after recent exchanges of fire.
