Australian News

1. Porepunkah Manhunt:

   • The manhunt for Dezi Freeman, wanted in connection with the shooting of two police officers, continues into its fifth day, hampered by blizzard conditions in Victoria. Detectives fear Freeman may be harboured by locals. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 9news.com.au
   • The search for Dezi Freeman continues as authorities navigate rough weather. Freeman is linked to the "SovCit" movement. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Dezi Freeman had no convictions for violence or firearm offences, but a history of minor offences. 👉 theguardian.com
   • Police are urging Melbourne protesters to reconsider rallies due to the deadly shooting. 👉 9now.nine.com.au
   • The wife of the alleged cop killer made a surprise court move and has been released after arrest. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com 👉 7news.com.au
   • Details on what we know about the fatal police shooting in Porepunkah. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Friends remember the Belgian-Australian police officer killed in the ambush. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Dezi Freeman isn't the first fugitive to flee into the Australian bush. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • The search for alleged police killer Dezi Freeman will lead through treacherous terrain. 👉 theguardian.com
   • What we know about accused cop killer Dezi Freeman. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Accused cop killer is on the loose in blizzard conditions. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

2. Matt Wright Trial:

   • Matt Wright faces possible prison time after being found guilty on two charges of attempting to pervert the course of justice. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Reality TV star Matt Wright found guilty on two charges in helicopter crash trial. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Outback Wrangler Matt Wright was accused of tampering with evidence after a fatal chopper crash. 👉 7news.com.au
   • Matt Wright outside Darwin Local Court found guilty of two charges. 👉 9news.com.au
   • After a month-long criminal trial, celebrity crocodile wrangler Matt Wright faces possible prison time after being found guilty on two charges of attempting to pervert the course of justice. 👉 abc.net.au
   • TV star Matt Wright's chopper crash saga is not over yet. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Widow speaks after Outback Wrangler star found guilty. 👉 9now.nine.com.au
   • 'Never about theatrics': Widow speaks after Outback Wrangler star found guilty on two charges. 👉 9now.nine.com.au
   • Matt Wright to appeal Darwin jury verdict. 👉 sbs.com.au

3. Politics:

   • Albanese is growing more confident on the international stage but faces challenges. 👉 theguardian.com 👉 abc.net.au
   • PM suggests Bob Katter 'have a look at himself' for threatening journalist over heritage question. 👉 sbs.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Wong rejects Iran's denials it was behind antisemitic attacks. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Former Labor leaders Daniel Andrews and Bob Carr are on the guest list for an event in Beijing to commemorate the end of World War II. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Albanese says expelled Iranian ambassador's pledge to keep Aussies safe can't be trusted. 👉 9now.nine.com.au

4. International Relations:

   • Australia expels Iranian ambassador over evidence Iran directed antisemitic attacks. 👉 theguardian.com
   • The expulsion of the Iranian ambassador and Marles’ meeting: parliament's week of abundance. 👉 theguardian.com (1 day ago)
   • Iran has a long history of exploiting social divisions abroad and saw an opportunity in Australia. 👉 theguardian.com (1 day ago)
   • What we know about the antisemitic attacks in Australia allegedly orchestrated by Iran. 👉 theguardian.com
   • 'Revolutionary' terror group behind antisemitic attacks in Australia. 👉 9news.com.au

5. Sydney Marathon:

   • Major disruptions are expected in Sydney due to the marathon and three protests. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Sydneysiders are warned of major disruptions on Sunday due to a marathon and three protests. Up to 1000 officers will be deployed to ensure public safety. 👉 7news.com.au
   • Road closures, weather forecast, route and everything you need to know, explained for the Sydney Marathon 2025. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Sydney marathon 2025: what time does it start, which roads will be closed and what is the route? 👉 theguardian.com (1 day ago)
   • At 65, Gillian will soon have run every world major marathon. 👉 abc.net.au (2 days ago)
   • Olympic champion chooses Sydney Marathon over World Championships. 👉 abc.net.au (2 days ago)

6. Severe Weather:

   • Parts of Victoria are still being lashed by wild winds. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Power outages and trees down in Victoria after night of wind, rain, and snow. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Victorians are warned to brace for destruction, expecting power outages and fallen trees. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Antarctic blast brings snow to Aussies. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • Victoria warned to prepare for ‘destruction’ with severe weather and snow forecast. 👉 theguardian.com (1 day ago)

7. Gun Control Debate:

   • Gun laws tightened after the Port Arthur massacre, now ownership is surging. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Rise of sovereign citizen movement a challenge to Australia’s world-leading gun control. 👉 theguardian.com (1 day ago)
   • Who owns guns in Australia - and how many firearms are there? 👉 sbs.com.au

8. US Politics:

   • Most of Donald Trump's tariffs are illegal, a US court rules. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Taxpayers may lose $333m on Trump's failed prison. 👉 9news.com.au
   • US seeks new 'Gang Suppression Force' to tackle violence in Haiti. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Trump cancels Harris' Secret Service detail that was extended by undisclosed Biden order. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Trump revokes Secret Service protection for former VP Harris. 👉 7news.com.au

9. Global Conflicts:

   • Israeli troops retrieve bodies of two hostages held in Gaza. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
   • Israel declares Gaza's largest city a combat zone as death toll surpasses 63,000. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Australia condemns 'reprehensible' Russian attack on Kyiv that killed 21 people. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Any hope of peace falls apart as deadly strike threatens all-out war. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Australia condemns 'reprehensible' Russian attack on Kyiv that killed 21 people. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Emaciation, miscarriages and death: An eyewitness account of starvation in Gaza. 👉 sbs.com.au
   • Russia Misinformation: how does it make its way to Australia? 👉 sbs.com.au

10. Crime and Legal Matters:

    • Nine demands Bob Katter apologise for ‘aggressive behaviour’ towards reporter and considers legal action. 👉 theguardian.com (1 day ago)
    • Mother who forged daughter's medical documents granted immediate parole. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • State forestry corporation accused of failing to protect endangered glider. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • Judge jails grandfather for sexually assaulting teenage granddaughters. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • Man charged after fatal Gregory Hills hit and run. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Driver allegedly flees scene, dumps number plates after woman critically injured in crash. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Court denies appeal to extend sentence of teen who caused triple fatal crash. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Details of Patterson’s prison life laid bare. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
    • Drug dealer jailed over shooting rampage that killed man. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Fresh insight into Erin Patterson’s life inside a Melbourne prison has come to light as the killer cook faces a life sentence with no chance at parole. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
    • Family of Erin Patterson’s victims say mushroom trial media frenzy fed off their suffering (1 day ago) 👉 theguardian.com
    • Grisly details emerge in search for missing man allegedly tortured. 👉 7news.com.au
    • Former NSW police officer who lost her arm after a car accident awarded $2.3m by the court. 👉 theguardian.com
    • What is forced marriage and what support is available in Australia? 👉 sbs.com.au

11. Health and Wellbeing:

    • More teens are turning to Ozempic - but is it safe? 👉 9now.nine.com.au
    • Jelena Dokic leaves live broadcast for hospital in health scare. 👉 7news.com.au
    • 'Brave' Smith applauded after 'powerful' psych ward revelation. 👉 wwos.nine.com.au
    • Terrifying symptoms hit customers before Cocobella yoghurt pulled from shelves. 👉 7news.com.au
    • Power outages, trees down in Victoria after night of wind, rain, snow. 👉 abc.net.au
    • US-based online retailer bans melatonin sales to Australia after jump in child overdoses. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • The most common issues these sex therapists see. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • "Shame and disgust': Why we find this STI so hard to talk about. 👉 abc.net.au (2 days ago)

12. Business and Economy:

    • Australia Post sounds the alarm on its business model as ASX soars close to record. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • Westpac slashes fixed rates to offer the lowest of all four big banks. 👉 9news.com.au
    • A new report highlights the staggering truth about wage inequality in Australia. Here’s what we need to do better. 👉 theguardian.com (2 days ago)
    • ANZ staff reportedly facing pay cuts if they work from home too much. 👉 9news.com.au
    • PM hints at $40 billion defence splurge to soothe Trump. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Promised town centre in limbo years after residents bought into new suburb. 👉 abc.net.au (2 days ago)
    • $90 million penalty 'absolutely not' cost of doing business, Qantas boss says. 👉 abc.net.au (2 days ago)

13. AFL:

    • West Coast Eagles star posthumously diagnosed with CTE. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • Essendon continues perfect start to AFLW season against wayward Richmond. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • Essendon stay undefeated to start AFLW season as Tigers rue inaccuracy. 👉 7news.com.au
    • Bulldogs cop cruel injury blow as star sidelined for finals. 👉 wwos.nine.com.au
    • 'He couldn't breathe': Dave Hughes ends up in hospital after AFL Legends game. 👉 abc.net.au (1 day ago)
    • AFL Fantasy winner shattered after being denied $70k prize. [7news.com.au](👉 7news.com.au

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