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A 35-year-old man has been charged with stealing camera equipment from Peter Meagher, a victim of the December Bondi Beach terror attack. Police allege the suspect, also a photographer at the event, pawned the equipment days later. He faces additional weapons and drug charges.
A new report from the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board, established by the WHO and World Bank, says the world is less safe from disease outbreaks than before COVID-19, citing climate change, armed conflict, and eroded trust in institutions. African experts stress the need for self-reliance in health preparedness, while the report is released amid active Ebola, hantavirus, and diphtheria outbreaks.
The Australian government has indefinitely postponed price caps for the Support at Home program, citing global volatility and the Iran war. New measures include refund powers for the regulator and encouragement for providers to limit price rises, but advocates say the delay leaves older Australians vulnerable to overcharging.
As fertiliser supply chains tighten and prices surge due to the blocked Strait of Hormuz, Australia faces its third fertiliser shortage in recent years. With nearly all nitrogen fertiliser imported, farmers and researchers are exploring alternatives, from organic farming methods to green ammonia produced with renewable energy.
Naegohyang Women's FC of North Korea claimed the AFC Women's Champions League title with a 1-0 victory over Japan's Tokyo Verdy Beleza, days after a historic semifinal win against South Korean club Suwon FC Women. The tournament marked the first time a North Korean sports team visited the South in eight years, drawing intense interest and praise from President Lee Jae Myung.
The European Union has reached a provisional agreement to remove import duties on US goods, implementing last July's trade deal and averting a threatened tariff hike by President Donald Trump. The compromise, struck after marathon negotiations, keeps the bloc on track to meet a July 4 deadline set by Trump.
Meta has announced plans to deploy artificial intelligence to identify and remove profiles of users under 13 on Instagram and Facebook. The AI will analyze profiles for contextual clues, including birthday posts and physical characteristics like bone structure, a move that follows European Commission findings of underage usage on the platforms.
A scathing audit report has revealed that Australia's Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, Treasury, and the infrastructure department refused nearly 80% of freedom of information requests, with experts citing a culture of 'resistance and delay.' The report also found that documents were often withheld until Fridays and that response times frequently exceeded legal deadlines.
China's imports of Russian LNG rose 16% year-on-year in the first four months of 2026, though the value of deliveries fell. Russia also increased oil sales to China by 26% and remained a top pipeline gas supplier, according to customs data.
Bianca Adler, an 18-year-old from Melbourne, has become the youngest Australian to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Her achievement, confirmed by two Australian news outlets, came on her second attempt after a previous climb was aborted due to dangerous conditions. Adler was accompanied by guides and her parents for part of the journey.
Anglo American has agreed to sell its five steelmaking coal mines in central Queensland to UK-based Dhilmar Ltd for up to $5.43 billion. The sale, which includes the town of Middlemount and community infrastructure, has drawn mixed reactions, with local officials expressing 'collective apprehension' over the new owner's experience. The deal is subject to regulatory approvals, and Anglo American remains in arbitration with Peabody Energy over a failed earlier sale.
Australia faces its largest diphtheria outbreak in decades, with more than 220 cases reported this year, primarily in the Northern Territory. The federal government has announced a $7.2 million package to boost vaccinations, while health officials warn that vaccination alone may not be enough to contain the spread.
Thailand's cabinet has approved reducing visa-free stays for tourists from over 90 countries from 60 days to 30 days, with some nationalities limited to 15 days, citing security concerns and misuse of the visa system. The policy, which reverts to a tiered system, will take effect 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette. Tourism accounts for more than 10% of Thailand's GDP, and the decision follows high-profile arrests of foreigners involved in crime.
Peter Hollingworth, Australia's first and only cleric to serve as governor general, has died at 91. His death revives debate over his handling of child sexual abuse allegations during his tenure as Anglican archbishop of Brisbane, which led to his resignation in 2003, and his earlier advocacy for social justice.
Australian shares are expected to open slightly lower or flat, following a US bond sell-off and mixed Wall Street performance. Traders await key inflation data, while Westpac faces a $26 million fine over hardship failures and geopolitical tensions persist between the US and Iran.
As tensions over the Strait of Hormuz persist, analysts warn that the crisis signals a broader shift in how strategic trade routes are managed. With global oil supply disruptions and rising geopolitical competition, the focus is turning to other chokepoints like the Strait of Malacca.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Sweden for NATO foreign ministers' talks and then visit India for bilateral discussions and the Quad meeting, his first trip to India since taking office. The visit comes amid strains over tariffs and sanctions, as both nations seek to strengthen ties.
Vanuatu's prime minister, Jotham Napat, has accused both Australia and China of undermining his country as they compete for influence. His cabinet has approved a new strategic cooperation pact with China and a revised version of a key agreement with Australia, signaling a delicate balancing act between the two powers.
Australia's proposed capital gains tax changes have sparked a viral social media campaign featuring AI-generated images of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The government says consultation continues, while startups warn of potential economic fallout.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims the ICC prosecutor has requested a secret arrest warrant against him. He vowed to retaliate by ordering the evacuation of the Palestinian village of Khan al-Ahmar. The ICC has not confirmed the request, and the prosecutor's office declined to comment, citing confidentiality.