Darragh Hunt was fishing at Ballina when the incident that claimed three lives unfolded before his eyes.
Cruz Hewitt advanced to the Wimbledon boys' semifinals with a dominant straight-sets victory over Dimitar Kisimov. The 17-year-old Australian has not dropped a set en route to the final four, and a win in his next match would make him the first Australian boy to reach the final since Alex de Minaur.
Musician Jayson Gillham has lost his unlawful discrimination case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) in the Federal Court of Australia. The case stemmed from the MSO's decision to cancel a performance after Gillham made comments about the war in Gaza.
An Indigenous-led whale-watching tour in Australia combined cultural knowledge with scientific observation, highlighting how Indigenous songlines and ancient practices offer unique insights into whale behavior and conservation. A US scientist noted the complementary nature of Indigenous and Western science.
England defender Jarell Quansah receives a two-match ban for a red card tackle. Kylian Mbappé misses a penalty but scores a stunning goal, later suffering an injury scare. USA's Christian Pulisic fractured his leg in the loss to Belgium.
Seven Hobart venues, including several on Salamanca's waterfront, have closed, prompting discussions about changing consumer behavior. Patrons, particularly young people, are drinking less, pre-drinking more, and using discount apps due to rising alcohol costs, impacting the viability of the hospitality industry.
Volunteer wildlife carers in Western Australia are expressing disappointment with the state government's response to the H5 bird flu outbreak, citing a lack of essential protective gear and funding. They argue this puts both themselves and the affected animals at significant risk.
