New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he has the support of his party after calling and winning a vote of confidence in his leadership.
Concerns over racist undertones in World Cup commentary have been raised, with experts highlighting pervasive stereotypes about Black African football. Incidents involving former players and pundits have drawn criticism, leading to calls for greater protection and training.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Melbourne for discussions with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The visit includes a large community gathering and is expected to yield announcements on defense, security, and uranium exports, while also facing protests over human rights concerns.
Scientists found high PFAS chemical concentrations in young sparrows in Melbourne's south-west, with levels 10 times higher than birds in Norway. The RAAF Williams–Laverton base showed the worst contamination, with PFAS transferring from mothers to eggs and through insects.
The Queensland Maroons, known for their attacking flair, lost the Origin decider 30-12 to the NSW Blues. Despite early promise, ill-discipline and key moments saw them trail significantly by halftime, and a late try sealed their fate.
An Aboriginal activist, Ruth Langford, is on trial for trespassing at a logging site in Tasmania. She claims a cultural obligation to protect the land from logging, citing her upbringing and elders' teachings. Bodycam footage shows police asking her to leave, which she claims she did not hear due to singing to country.
Queensland has seen the highest number of fatal motorcycle accidents in Australia for five consecutive years. Police attribute the rise to increased motorcycle ownership post-COVID, non-compliant electric motorcycles, and dangerous riding behaviors, including social media stunts.
