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Officer who disarmed woman in DV shelter tells of 'worst day' of her career

A coronial inquest in the Northern Territory is examining the death of Toko-Harieta Maki, a 33-year-old mother who died in a Darwin domestic violence shelter in July 2024 after self-harming. Evidence has revealed multiple agencies, including police, paramedics, and child protection services, missed opportunities to intervene. The inquest has heard harrowing accounts from first responders and is scrutinizing systemic failures in responding to domestic violence.

1 outlet · 4 articles Apr 22, 2026

Rattenbury denies quitting over coalition talks, but they can't have helped

Shane Rattenbury, leader of the ACT Greens, has announced he is leaving politics after 17 years. Reports reveal the Greens and Canberra Liberals discussed an unprecedented power-sharing arrangement earlier this year, which was ultimately voted down by Greens members. While Rattenbury denies the failed talks directly caused his departure, he acknowledges they played a role in his decision.

1 outlet · 3 articles Apr 21, 2026

Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy

Japan's cabinet approved a major policy change on Tuesday, lifting a decades-old ban on exporting lethal weapons. The move, announced by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, allows the sale of fighter jets, missiles, and warships to at least 17 countries, marking a significant departure from Japan's post-war pacifist stance. Critics and protesters have voiced concerns, while officials frame the decision as a response to an increasingly severe security environment.

3 outlets · 3 articles Apr 21, 2026

Air New Zealand's economy Skynest bunk beds set for launch

Air New Zealand will introduce lie-flat sleeping pods for economy and premium economy passengers on its ultra-long-haul Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner flights starting in late 2026. Bookings open in May 2026, with four-hour sessions priced from NZ$495–600, depending on the source. The move is part of the airline's effort to make long-haul travel to and from New Zealand more manageable, though fuel costs and Middle East conflicts have prompted fare hikes and a suspended earnings outlook.

2 outlets · 2 articles Apr 15, 2026