A Tasmanian council has pushed through a 1,050 per cent increase in fees for applications to turn a property into short-stay accommodation.
New South Wales leads Queensland 18-4 at halftime in Game III of the State of Origin series. Despite a strong start from Queensland, NSW scored three tries to build a significant lead. Key moments include Bradman Best's controversial try and injuries to James Tedesco and Jack Bostock.
NSW leads QLD 18-4 at halftime in Game III of the State of Origin series. James Tedesco failed a HIA, and controversial penalties were awarded. Tries for NSW came from Cam Murray, Hudson Young, and Nathan Cleary (2), while Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow scored for Queensland.
New South Wales leads Queensland 18-4 at halftime in the State of Origin Game III decider. NSW scored three tries to build a significant lead after Queensland started strongly. A late try for Queensland narrowed the gap before halftime.
US President Donald Trump stated the ceasefire with Iran is over following fresh attacks in the Persian Gulf. Iran launched missiles and drones at Bahrain and Kuwait after the US struck Iranian ships. Global oil prices surged following Trump's comments.
ACT Ambulance Service paramedics faced over 190 incidents of occupational violence in the 2025-26 financial year, with some requiring medical attention. The service also faces understaffing issues, with a recent government funding boost criticized as insufficient.
State of Origin Game III decider kicks off at Lang Park. NSW's Hudson Young penalized for a lifting tackle. Queensland wins early territory. Bunker operations are uncertain due to Telstra outage.
