Australian News

1. Australia / Tragedy & Safety:

   • Three shark attacks in Sydney within 26 hours leave one man in critical condition with "life-changing injuries" after a Manly Beach mauling, while beaches remain closed and authorities investigate sewage leaks attracting bait fish. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 theguardian.com
   • A 19-year-old Canadian backpacker found dead on K’gari (Fraser Island) surrounded by dingoes, with police investigating whether she drowned or was attacked. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com 👉 theguardian.com

2. Politics / Legislation:

   • Federal hate speech laws, introduced in response to the Bondi terror attack, are set to pass with Labor and Liberal negotiations complete, though Nationals support remains uncertain. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com 👉 au.news.yahoo.com
   • PM Albanese faces backlash over gun reforms, with Coalition accusing Labor of "contempt" for firearm owners. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com

3. Economy / Energy:

   • Origin Energy extends Australia’s largest coal-fired power station (Eraring) until 2029, citing grid stability needs amid renewable energy transitions. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 au.news.yahoo.com 👉 theguardian.com

4. Global / Diplomacy:

   • Donald Trump escalates tensions with Norway over Greenland, threatening tariffs and military action after being denied the Nobel Peace Prize. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au 👉 theguardian.com
   • Spain train crash: Death toll rises to 39 after a high-speed derailment near Madrid, with dozens injured. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au

5. World / Conflicts:

   • Iran protests: Death toll surges as authorities admit to thousands killed, while Trump calls the regime a "criminal" state. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
   • Pakistan fire: Death toll from a shopping plaza blaze rises to 23, with rescue efforts ongoing. 👉 abc.net.au

6. Australia / Justice:

   • Bondi terror attack: Parents of 10-year-old victim Matilda express doubt that hate speech laws will prevent future violence. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 7news.com.au
   • NSW murder charge: A man is charged with murder over a "random" attack in North Nowra that left a victim dead. 👉 9news.com.au

7. Australia / Health & Environment:

   • AI fish passage trial in the Darling River shows "promising" results but may not prevent another ecological disaster. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Outback lake crisis: Imperial Lakes in Broken Hill face historic drying, threatening wildlife. 👉 abc.net.au

8. Australia / Crime:

   • Antisemitic incident: Teenage boys targeted in a St Kilda East attack, with police investigating. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Pipe bomb arrest: A man accused of making explosives remains in custody in Canberra. 👉 9news.com.au

9. Australia / Sports:

   • Australian Open: Novak Djokovic reaches 100th win at Melbourne Park, while Alexei Popyrin exits after a heartbreaking loss. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Matildas star Kyra Cooney-Cross’s mum marries partner after Stage 4 cancer diagnosis. 👉 7news.com.au

10. Australia / Culture & Society:

    • Valentino dies: Legendary Italian fashion designer, known for his iconic red shade, passes away at 93. 👉 7news.com.au
    • Adelaide Writers’ Week cancelled amid controversy over Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah’s invitation. 👉 abc.net.au

11. Australia / Business & Finance:

    • ASX billionaires’ wealth surges by $600k/day in 2025, fueling calls for wealth taxes. 👉 9news.com.au
    • WA illegal tobacco crackdown: State loses battle against smuggled cigarettes. 👉 abc.net.au

12. Australia / Housing Crisis:

    • Perth median house price surpasses $1 million, while Brisbane renters opt for boat living due to affordability. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com

13. Australia / Infrastructure:

    • Sydney Fish Market opens after years of delays, costing $800m. 👉 abc.net.au

14. Global / Economics:

    • China’s birth rate plummets to lowest since 1949, raising concerns over aging population. 👉 9news.com.au

15. Australia / Environment:

    • Nickel waste dumping near Ipswich homes sparks outrage over lack of council approval. 👉 abc.net.au

16. Australia / Politics / Indigenous:

    • Protests vow to return on Australia Day after deaths-in-custody demonstration dispersed. 👉 sbs.com.au

17. Australia / Crime / Missing Persons:

    • Body found in search for missing NSW paddleboarder. 👉 abc.net.au

18. Global / Technology:

    • AI in workplace: Debate grows over shifting to a 4-day workweek amid productivity gains. 👉 sbs.com.au

19. Australia / Health:

    • Weight-loss injections (e.g., Ozempic) reveal new hidden risks, including long-term health consequences. 👉 7news.com.au

20. Australia / Transport:

    • Learner driver caught speeding at 226 km/h on Monash Freeway. 👉 9news.com.au

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