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Human Rights Commission Calls for Reform After 600 Aboriginal Deaths in Custody Over 30 Years
Separately, an Indian man’s death in South Australian custody triggered an official inquiry.
New Zealand PM to Visit China Amid Calls to Recalibrate Relationship
Christopher Luxon is to meet CCP leaders Xi Jinping and Li Qiang on his first trip to China as Prime Minister next week.
Is Hawthorn Nature’s Quiet Cardiologist?
The humble hedge plant that’s been healing hearts, warding off witches, and quietly outperforming your multivitamins since the Middle Ages.
Queensland Full Steam Ahead on US Ties, As Albanese Gets Set for Tough G7 Talks
Queensland’s Liberal National Party (LNP) has launched several initiatives to try engage US expertise and business.
7 Issues on the G7 Agenda: The Big Topics Albanese and Trump Could Discuss
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese could be meeting the US president for the first time since his election.
‘Serious Growth Agenda’: Former Premier Praises Argentina’s Tax, Red Tape Overhaul
‘Argentina is stepping up. Clearer rules, competitive taxes and a serious growth agenda,’ said Dominic Perrottet.
Wong Urges De-escalation, Warns Iran’s Nuclear Path Is a Global Threat
Australia announces $5m in medical aid to Gaza via Jordan, as Wong renews calls for Israel to lift aid blockade.
Man Rescued, Dozens Evacuated After Wall Blown Out in Explosion
A man was rescued from the rubble with serious burns.
Households Spend More as Fuel and Power Savings Free up Cash: CommBank
The report points out that while spending is lifting, it’s not bouncing back as strongly as expected.
Australian Authorities Confirming Potential Impact of Fatal Air India Crash
The crash claimed the lives of 241 passengers onboard leaving a sole survivor.
‘Troublesome’: Shadow Minister Concerned PM yet to Secure G7 Meeting With Trump
The AUKUS trilateral defence deal is under review and adds to a growing list of priorities for the Albanese government to deal with.
‘Pretty Dire’: Victorian Farmer Says It’s the Worst Drought He’s Seen in 30 Years
Bernie Free says government support may not be enough.
Your Friday the 13th Survival Guide
Knock on wood, cross your fingers, and hope for cake.
Griffith University to Repay $8 Million to Thousands of Staff After Fair Work Probe
The Fair Work Commission has found the university underpaid around 5,500 employees who worked between 2015 and 2024 across its south-east Queensland campuses.
Queensland Makes Public Weapon Search Law Permanent
Queensland Police Minister Dan Purdie said the new law was one critical step closer to ensuring a safer community.
Liberal MP Referred to Anti-Corruption Watchdog Over Alleged Preselection Bargain
Moira Deeming offered a deal seeking her preselection in exchange for easing former Liberal leader John Pesutto’s legal debt of $2.3 million.
Consumers Getting Burned by Dubious Sunscreen Claims, Advocacy Group Finds
Consumer advocacy group Choice tested 20 sunscreens and found only four met their SPF 50 claims.
Teen Dies in Mareeba E-Scooter Crash, 5th Queensland Fatality This Year
The teen died after an e-scooter crash into a parked car. Police urge witnesses or dashcam holders to contact Policelink.
Global Crackdown Puts 18 ‘Finfluencers’ on Notice for Risky Financial Advice
As part of a global blitz, ASIC joined regulators from 8 nations to crack down on unlicensed influencers promoting risky financial advice online.
Police Seek Help After 250 Kilograms of Cocaine Seized in Brisbane
Almost a quarter of a tonne of cocaine has been seized at the Australian border, but to date no arrests have been made.
