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Australian News
Terrorism / National Security:
- Bondi Beach attack aftermath: Police officer Jack Hibbert, shot twice during the December 16 terror attack, has been discharged from hospital after a "miracle" recovery. The NSW government is pushing ahead with controversial protest and gun laws, while PM Albanese defends new visa cancellation rules and rejects calls for a federal royal commission. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au 👉 theguardian.com
- Bondi gunmen details: Court documents reveal the attackers carried firearms and conducted "reconnaissance" in rural NSW, while police allege they trained in the Philippines. One victim, Dan Elkayam, was remembered as a "humble, beautiful" young man at his funeral. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 sbs.com.au
- New extremism laws: The federal government has named groups to crack down on under proposed hate speech reforms, while NSW's controversial protest laws face legal challenges. 👉 sbs.com.au 👉 theguardian.com
Politics / Government:
- MP expenses review: PM Albanese announced reforms to parliamentary travel rules following controversy, while NSW Premier Minns defends new protest laws amid criticism. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 sbs.com.au 👉 theguardian.com
- Royal commission debate: Albanese maintains opposition to a federal royal commission into the Bondi attack, citing state jurisdiction, while NSW's Minns faces pressure over gun reforms. 👉 sbs.com.au 👉 9news.com.au
Crime / Courts:
- Arsonist jailed: Gregory Walker was sentenced for the 1998 firebombing death of 13-year-old Arthur Haines at a sleepover, with his victim's mother calling him "callous". 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
- Hitman PTSD plea: A university student accused of an underworld hit was diagnosed with PTSD after a "life-threatening incident". 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
Health / Safety:
- Hospital heatwave: NSW hospitals are struggling to keep patients cool during a heatwave, with some relying on fans due to lack of air conditioning. 👉 abc.net.au
- Gippsland virus alert: Victoria's Gippsland region has seen rising Ross River virus cases, with health authorities issuing warnings. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
- Ayurvedic safety warning: Heavy metal contamination risks in popular Ayurvedic medicines have prompted safety alerts. 👉 abc.net.au
International:
- Israel-West Bank tensions: Israel approved 19 new West Bank settlements despite US opposition, escalating concerns over Palestinian statehood. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 sbs.com.au
- Russia car bombing: A Russian general was killed in a Moscow car bombing, as Ukraine peace talks stall. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 sbs.com.au
- Taipei metro attack: Police revealed the Taipei metro attacker planned his assault for over a year. 👉 abc.net.au
Economy / Business:
- Market volatility: Analysts warn of "bubble-like" market conditions as 2025 closes, with AI and tariffs driving uncertainty. 👉 abc.net.au
- Japan nuclear restart: Japan approved restarting the world's largest nuclear plant, 15 years after Fukushima. 👉 abc.net.au
- CBA refund backflip: Commonwealth Bank reversed its decision not to refund overcharged customers after public backlash. 👉 abc.net.au
Environment / Weather:
- WA heatwave: Severe Christmas heat grips Western Australia while Cyclone Grant intensifies offshore. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
- Outback rain relief: NSW graziers praise early Christmas rain after months of drought. 👉 abc.net.au
Local Government:
- Prayer hall shutdown: Canterbury Bankstown Council moved to shut down an Islamic prayer hall linked to controversial preacher Wissam Haddad. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
Crime / Emergency Incidents:
- Missing fisherman: Search continues for a rock fisherman missing off NSW's South Coast. 👉 abc.net.au
- Teen cliff rescue: A 15-year-old was winched to safety after falling three meters from a Sorrento cliff. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au
- Adelaide murder charges: A man was charged with murder after a body was found in an Adelaide caravan park. 👉 9news.com.au
Technology / Social Media:
- Social media ban: Australia's social media ban for under-16s takes effect, with parents and schools preparing for challenges. 👉 9news.com.au
Public Health:
- Broken-heart syndrome: A coroner's inquest revealed a woman may have died from "broken-heart syndrome" after an assault. 👉 abc.net.au
Education:
- University degree cuts: Students at UOW face disrupted degrees due to course cuts, raising concerns about "false advertising". 👉 abc.net.au
Sports:
- Ashes victory: Australia retained the Ashes after defeating England in Adelaide, with Alex Carey named man of the match. 👉 abc.net.au
- England cricket scandal: England Cricket CEO Rob Key vowed to investigate claims of players' drinking habits ahead of the T20 World Cup. 👉 7news.com.au
Entertainment / Culture:
- Vinyl environmental impact: New research reveals vinyl records' significant carbon footprint compared to digital music. 👉 abc.net.au
Global Politics:
- Trump battleships: Donald Trump announced new battleships named after him, sparking diplomatic backlash. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
- Greenland tensions: Trump's appointment of a Greenland envoy reignited diplomatic disputes with Denmark. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
Legal / Regulatory:
- Gold mine fines: Newmont's Cadia gold mine paid $330,000 after dust incidents, installing new monitoring stations. 👉 abc.net.au
Public Safety:
- E-bike warnings: Insurers warn of rising e-bike and e-scooter fires, advising policy checks before Christmas. 👉 9news.com.au
Regional Communities:
- The Rock revival: A small NSW town's community efforts are keeping local businesses alive after economic struggles. 👉 abc.net.au
Technology / Innovation:
- Christmas tree farm growth: A Wollongong family's backyard Christmas tree business expanded to a 40,000-tree farm in NSW Central West. 👉 abc.net.au
Human Interest:
- Christmas financial stress: Salvation Army research found 1 in 5 Australians will avoid family gatherings due to financial hardship this Christmas. 👉 9news.com.au