Australian News

1. US Influencer and Wombat Controversy:

   • US influencer Sam Jones, who sparked outrage after posting a video of herself picking up a baby wombat, has left Australia. The Department of Home Affairs reviewed her visa. 👉 7news.com.au
   • A second clip of Jones appearing to handle an echidna has also surfaced, leading to further condemnation. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com 👉 7news.com.au 👉 9news.com.au

2. Ukraine and Russia Ceasefire:

   • Vladimir Putin has agreed "in principle" to a US ceasefire proposal for Ukraine but says a truce deal needs work. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Anthony Albanese will join a phone hook-up to discuss a possible joint peacekeeping force for Ukraine. 👉 abc.net.au

3. US Tariffs and Trade War:

   • Donald Trump has threatened the EU with 200% tariffs on alcohol, escalating trade tensions. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • Albanese has urged Australians to "buy local" in response to the US tariffs. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 sbs.com.au 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Kevin Rudd says the Trump administration has a "deep-seated" belief in tariffs. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 abc.net.au

4. Aftermath of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred:

   • Families are urged to stick with beach holiday plans despite mass erosion from ex-Cyclone Alfred. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Energex crews are working to restore power in challenging areas affected by the cyclone. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Insurers are flooded with claims in the wake of ex-Cyclone Alfred. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Before-and-after shots show beaches devastated by Alfred. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Thousands of litres of milk dumped as flood damage cuts off farms. 👉 abc.net.au

5. Health Concerns:

   • Ozempic and eating disorder concerns prompt calls for more screening. 👉 abc.net.au
   • A man in NSW died from a mosquito-borne virus. 👉 7news.com.au

6. Sydney News:

   • A man was injured after a light plane crashed on a hangar roof at Wedderburn Aerodrome in Sydney's southwest. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • Legendary runner Eliud Kipchoge will compete in this year's Sydney Marathon. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
   • Full-strength beer to be served at Sydney sports games in new trial. 👉 9news.com.au
   • NSW premier rules out repealing new hate speech laws despite backlash. 👉 abc.net.au

7. Federal Politics:

   • Bill Shorten urges PM to stand up to Trump regarding tariffs. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • PM makes $1 billion commitment for Western Sydney Airport rail corridor. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Elon Musk’s Starlink could be used to transmit Australian election voting results. 👉 theguardian.com

8. Other Australian News:

   • A fire broke out at the Hilton hotel on Surfers Paradise, Queensland, leading to evacuations. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • New report shows Islamophobic incidents in Australia have more than doubled, reaching 'crisis levels'. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Power bills in some states are set to increase by nearly 10%. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Parliament to investigate hospital after toddler's tragic death. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • A Chinese restaurant apologises after diners allegedly urinated into hotpot broth. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au

9. AFL News:

   • Richmond defeats Carlton, leading to membership promotion cancellation. 👉 7news.com.au
   • Carlton take immediate action as awkward situation emerges. 👉 7news.com.au
   • Coach drops major update on Matildas captain Sam Kerr 👉 7news.com.au

10. Upcoming Blood Moon:

    • A rare 'blood moon' will be visible from millions of Australian homes tonight. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 7news.com.au

1741911000000