Australian News

1. Crime / Violence:

   • A 47-year-old man was arrested following a Quakers Hill stabbing that left one woman dead and another man critically injured in Sydney’s northwest. Police are investigating the motive. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Antisemitic tattoo incident: A man was arrested in Newcastle after allegedly displaying a Nazi tattoo at a beach. Police are investigating hate crime allegations. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Woman dies in custody in Tennant Creek, NT, after being found unconscious in a police watch house. Police are investigating the circumstances. 👉 abc.net.au

2. Health / Safety:

   • Steroid use surges in Australia with no clinical guidelines for quitting, leaving users without support. Experts warn of stigma and lack of knowledge. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Magic mushroom use rising despite concerns over Wood Lover Paralysis, a rare neurological syndrome linked to consumption. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Pool safety plea: A Victorian mother is campaigning for safer pool fences one year after her four-year-old drowned. 👉 abc.net.au

3. Cricket / Sport:

   • England wins Boxing Day Test in a record-breaking two-day match, ending Australia’s 5,468-day Test drought. Key performances included Ben Stokes (100+) and Marnus Labuschagne (99). 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • Sydney to Hobart chaos: 100+ retirements due to rough conditions, including Wild Thing 100 abandoning the race. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Brisbane Heat debutant Tom Balkin delivers a match-winning innings in the BBL final over. 👉 7news.com.au

4. World / Geopolitics:

   • Trump-Zelenskyy meeting: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump in Florida amid Russian strikes on Kyiv. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • US strikes ISIS in Nigeria: Trump confirms US military action against ISIS militants, citing Christian persecution. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
   • Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire: The two nations agree to a border ceasefire after weeks of clashes. 👉 sbs.com.au

5. Environment / Disasters:

   • Northern Queensland flood alert as heavy rain triggers warnings. 👉 abc.net.au
   • 6.6-magnitude earthquake strikes off Taiwan, causing minor damage. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Extinct wild cat rediscovered in Thailand after 30 years. 👉 sbs.com.au

6. Politics / Law:

   • Labor expels antisemitic members: The party vows to remove members expressing hateful views after internal reports. 👉 7news.com.au
   • NSW protest laws tightened: Police restrict public assemblies in Sydney for 14 days post-Bondi attack. 👉 theguardian.com
   • Bondi heroes recognised: Albanese announces a special honours list for those who saved lives during the terror attack. 👉 sbs.com.au

7. Economy / Business:

   • Boxing Day sales surge: Australians to spend a record $1.6 billion, with deals on tech, furniture, and fashion. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • Security firm collapses, axing 1,700 jobs nationwide. 👉 abc.net.au
   • ASX falls despite gold hitting records; Aussie dollar jumps to 14-month high. 👉 abc.net.au

8. Social Media / Tech:

   • AI in parenting: Chinese families use AI tools to monitor children’s homework and social media. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Social media ban: Australia’s new laws restrict kids’ access; teens adapt by switching to lesser-known apps. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Kennedy Center demands $1.5m from musician who canceled show after Trump’s name added to venue. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com

9. Culture / Society:

   • Blindness mentorship: A woman with lived experience helps others navigate life with disabilities, including her mentee Lily. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Dingo conservation: Indigenous woman Sonya faces legal trouble for rescuing dingo pups, pushing for non-lethal management. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Outback tourism: International visitors embrace farm life in NSW’s far west, drawn by rural charm. 👉 abc.net.au

10. Global Conflicts:

    • Myanmar elections: First vote in five years, but critics call it a junta-run sham. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Syria mosque bombing: Eight killed, 18 wounded in an attack in Homs. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Japan factory attack: 15 injured in a knife and chemical assault. 👉 9news.com.au

11. Healthcare / Science:

    • Dementia care innovation: Spark plugs and lawnmower engines used in activity boards to engage patients. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Cybersecurity warnings: 2025’s worst cyberattacks and tips to protect data. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Triathlete breakthrough: Matthew Hauser wins world championship, inspiring youth with Olympic dreams. 👉 abc.net.au

12. Travel / Tourism:

    • AI in tourism: "Smart tourism" reshapes travel with personalized experiences and efficiency gains. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Beach safety signs: New designs aim to save lives by improving clarity for non-English speakers. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Bondi tribute: Sydney to Hobart yacht race crews pass Bondi Beach, honoring terror attack victims. 👉 sbs.com.au

13. Legal / Human Rights:

    • NT bail laws challenged: High Court to review high bail thresholds amid criticism of fairness. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Undocumented children: A Solomon Islander woman gave birth in Australia but her child has no legal status. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Far-right rise: Australia’s mainstreaming of extremism in 2025, from politics to culture. 👉 sbs.com.au

14. Entertainment:

    • Taylor Swift wedding venue: Robert Irwin offers Australia Zoo for the couple’s nuptials. 👉 7news.com.au
    • Golden Globes nominations: Jacob Elordi and Ariana Grande lead with nods for Frankenstein and The Narrow Road to the Deep North. 👉 7news.com.au
    • Sia’s divorce: Singer debuts a bold new look, signaling closure after a two-year split. 👉 7news.com.au

15. Climate / Environment:

    • Renewable energy vs. biodiversity: Experts debate whether climate change or renewables pose a greater threat to wildlife. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Extinct species revival: Beavers and lynxes reintroduced in Australia to combat ecological decline. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Alps ski resorts: Ghost resorts abandoned due to climate change may be reclaimed by nature. 👉 theguardian.com

16. Crime / Investigations:

    • Bondi attack fallout: Police criticized for ignoring pre-attack warnings about antisemitic threats. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Tupac Shakur case: Accused killer seeks to suppress evidence in the 1996 murder trial. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Zac McRae murder: Woman charged in the stabbing death of a 19-year-old near Mount Druitt. 👉 7news.com.au

17. Economy / Markets:

    • ASX Santa rally: Markets hit six-week high despite mixed global cues. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Gold records: Prices surge amid geopolitical tensions. 👉 abc.net.au
    • Vietnam detainment: Australian businessman Ranjit Thambyrajah held without charge in Vietnamese jail. 👉 abc.net.au

18. Education / Youth:

    • Language decline: Fewer Australians learning languages, risking cultural heritage loss. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • ADHD misdiagnosis: Optometrists urge eye checks before testing for ADHD in children. 👉 9now.nine.com.au
    • Birdwatching revival: Young enthusiasts use digital tools to rediscover ornithology. 👉 sbs.com.au

19. Agriculture / Food:

    • Maggot farming: $36 billion industry uses insects to reduce food waste. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Christmas food swaps: Simple changes to cut grocery bills. 👉 sbs.com.au
    • Bakery boom: Photographer documents Australia’s love of bread in a national exhibition. 👉 abc.net.au

20. Global Stories:

    • Turkey terror warnings: ISIS suspects detained over Christmas/NYE attack plots. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Indonesia boat tragedy: Soccer coach and children missing after tour boat sinks. 👉 9news.com.au
    • Palestinian attack: Two dead in alleged ramming and knife assault in Israel. 👉 sbs.com.au

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