Australian News

1. Domestic Violence / Crime:

   • A pregnant woman and two others were fatally shot in Lake Cargelligo, NSW, with police searching for the alleged gunman, identified as Julian Ingram, who remains at large. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Two dead, children missing after landslide at New Zealand’s Mount Maunganui holiday park. Search efforts continue amid severe weather. 👉 9news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au

2. Politics / Coalition Crisis:

   • The Coalition split for the second time in less than a year, with Sussan Ley refusing to step down despite backlash, while David Littleproud confirmed the Nationals will not return to the frontbench. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com
   • PM Anthony Albanese apologized to victims of the Bondi terror attack, acknowledging the government’s failure to protect them. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 theguardian.com

3. International / Diplomacy:

   • Donald Trump announced a "framework" for a future deal with Greenland, sparking concern among NATO allies, while Zelenskyy flags talks with the US and Russia. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au
   • Death toll rises to 45 in Spain’s high-speed train disaster, and at least 55 killed in a Pakistan shopping center fire. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 abc.net.au

4. Economy / Markets:

   • The Australian dollar hit a 15-month high, while gold prices breached $US4,900, reflecting strong market sentiment. 👉 abc.net.au
   • Australian table grape exports surged nearly 300% amid high demand in Japan. 👉 abc.net.au

5. Sports / Australian Open:

   • Naomi Osaka apologized for her "disrespectful" interview comments during her Australian Open match with Sorana Cirstea. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • Stan Wawrinka, 40, won an epic five-set match at the Australian Open, continuing his farewell tour. 👉 7news.com.au

6. Health / Safety:

   • A popular baby formula was recalled due to an illness-causing toxin. 👉 9news.com.au
   • Aldi recalled a children’s game over a choking hazard. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

7. Climate / Environment:

   • Climate change made Australia’s January heatwave five times more likely, scientists warn. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au
   • A seven-day heatwave and catastrophic fire danger warnings loom over South-East Australia. 👉 abc.net.au

8. Travel / Tourism:

   • British-Australians report feeling "punished" by new UK entry rules, affecting visa requirements. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 9news.com.au

9. Business / Courier Services:

   • Australian courier Sendle collapsed, leaving customers stranded and businesses scrambling for alternatives. 👉 abc.net.au

10. International / Conflict:

    • Syrian government forces have regained control of vast territories, while locals in Raqqa hope Syria’s wars are finally over. 👉 abc.net.au

11. Entertainment / Oscars:

    • Sinners became the first film in history to earn 16 Oscar nominations, with Australian actors Jacob Elordi and Rose Byrne also nominated. 👉 7news.com.au 👉 abc.net.au

12. Politics / Indigenous Issues:

    • Alice Springs mayor pulled out of Australia Day ceremonies, calling it a "day of mourning" amid ongoing protests. 👉 sbs.com.au

13. Crime / Law Enforcement:

    • Officers fired shots after a police car was allegedly rammed in Melbourne, and a woman was charged with unlawful use of pepper spray in a nightclub brawl. 👉 abc.net.au 👉 abc.net.au

14. Sports / Cricket:

    • Australia named its second-largest Winter Olympics team in history for the Milan-Cortina Games. 👉 abc.net.au

15. Science / Archaeology:

    • Scientists discovered a new strain of syphilis in ancient DNA from a Colombian hunter’s skeleton. 👉 abc.net.au

16. Crime / Child Abuse:

    • Two Queensland brothers were charged with possessing and sharing child abuse material. 👉 9news.com.au

17. Road Safety:

    • Two dead in a fiery crash on the New South Wales highway, with the road closed for investigations. 👉 au.news.yahoo.com

18. Politics / Hate Speech Laws:

    • The Coalition split over hate speech laws, with the Nationals quitting the frontbench, and Ley refusing to resign. 👉 theguardian.com

19. Sports / Rugby League:

    • England’s World Cup coach resigned amid turmoil ahead of the 2026 tournament. 👉 nine.com.au

20. Crime / Terrorism:

    • A PhD candidate was charged following a counterterrorism investigation in Southeast Queensland. 👉 9news.com.au

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