Grandmother Judith Lewis established Lewis's Continental Kitchen in 1970 alongside her husband, offering a kosher takeaway food option for the Jewish community, but it was destroyed in an alleged attack.
First-term MP Daniel Pastorelli is poised to enter WA cabinet, replacing retiring Paul Papalia. This move, favored by Premier Roger Cook, follows Pastorelli's rapid rise from communications director to chief of staff under Mark McGowan and Cook. The decision may cause internal tension but could balance factional representation. A by-election will be held for Papalia's former seat.
Australian sprinter Gout Gout will miss the World Under-20 titles in Eugene, Oregon, due to a hamstring injury sustained in training. The 18-year-old announced he is out for the season, focusing on rehab for a return in 2027.
Former Liberal MP Daryl Maguire is on trial for conspiracy to commit an offence related to a visa scheme. His barrister argued he was unaware of fraudulent components, believing the "legit" initiative was lawful and focused on connecting businesses with visa applicants.
A 25-year-old man was found not criminally responsible for fatally stabbing his 61-year-old housemate in Tweed Heads West due to a mental health impairment and schizophrenic disorder. The Supreme Court heard voices from the radio told him to commit the act.
First-term MP Daniel Pastorelli is poised to join WA's cabinet, replacing Paul Papalia. The move, favored by Premier Roger Cook, bypasses a union-backed candidate and marks a rapid rise for Pastorelli, a former chief of staff.
A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder over the death of his 17-year-old partner in Galiwin'ku, a remote community on Elcho Island. Police allege the teenager died from blunt force injuries. The man is expected to appear in Darwin Local Court.
