People in central Australia's tourism industry say drive tourism is down, with some wayside inns around Alice Springs reporting about a 75 per cent drop in overnight stays.
Advocates are pushing for mandatory domestic mobile roaming in Australia, citing consumer benefits like better coverage and competitive prices. A recent report indicates strong public support for the change, which would allow users to connect to other networks when outside their provider's coverage area.
Dharminder Singh, 48, has been charged with the murder of Jana Armstrong, whose body was found in bushland near Toowoomba. Singh also faces arson and bail breach charges. Armstrong, a mother of a four-month-old, was last seen July 7.
A teenager has died and 22 people have been injured in e-mobility device crashes in the 12 days since Queensland's new safety laws took effect. Police report fewer devices on roads and a large-scale behavior change, with fines and seizures issued.
Tom Kim won the Scottish Open, finishing two shots ahead of Australian Min Woo Lee. Kim's bogey-free final round secured his first PGA Tour title since 2023, while Lee secured second place and a boost for the upcoming British Open.
Torrential monsoon rains have caused deadly floods and landslides in Bangladesh, affecting seven districts and leaving over 267,000 households stranded. Rescue efforts are hampered by power outages and damaged infrastructure, while Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar were also hit.
A state memorial service for Richard Scolyer, a pioneer in melanoma research and former Australian of the Year, is being held at Sydney's Opera House. Tributes from prominent figures including the Governor-General and Prime Minister will be delivered, alongside musical performances. Scolyer passed away on June 7 after a battle with brain cancer, which he openly documented.
