Trump again criticises Putin as Ukraine war heats up

SummaryPressure is increasing on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to meet with President Donald Trump following Trump's announcement of a tariff hike on steel imports from 25% to 50%, which could adversely affect Australia's steel industry. Trade Minister Don Farrell called the tariffs unjustified and detrimental to free trade, while opposition spokesman Kevin Hogan stressed the need for the Albanese government to protect Australian jobs and industries. Amid ongoing legal challenges to the tariffs, the Australian...

Lauren Ingrid Flanigan, a 32-year-old Queensland mother accused of murdering her three-year-old daughter Sophia, was found unresponsive in her jail cell at Brisbane Women's Correctional Centre. Flanigan was charged after police discovered Sophia's body with multiple stab wounds at their Moore Park Beach home, where Flanigan was present during the incident. The case has shocked the Bundaberg community, with ongoing investigations into Flanigan's history and the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Full Article

NSW Police Handout photo of Jade YoungElizabeth Young expressed her anguish during an inquiry into her daughter Jade's violent murder at Westfield Bondi Junction, describing how their lives were shattered by the attack on a busy Saturday. The inquest examined the circumstances surrounding the mass stabbing that resulted in six deaths and ten injuries, committed by Joel Cauchi, a man with a long history of mental illness. Families of the victims highlighted systemic failures in...

US President Donald Trump praised Elon Musk for his role in government reform, despite Musk's departure from the Department of Government Efficiency after a tumultuous tenure that resulted in significant job losses and lower-than-expected savings. While initially promising $2 trillion in cuts, Musk's efforts yielded only $175 billion, with actual savings far below projections. Musk intends to focus on his business ventures while continuing as a Trump adviser, asserting that the reform program is just...

The mining and exploration sector in Western Australia is optimistic about a State Government review aimed at improving native title and Aboriginal cultural heritage processes. This four-month review, commencing next month, will focus on enhancing efficiency and equity without legislative changes, incorporating consultations with traditional owners and stakeholders. The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies supports the review, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that protects cultural heritage while facilitating project progression to avoid...

Young people at Banksia Hill Detention Centre hosted a pioneering event for National Reconciliation Week, titled Benang Moorditjabiny — Becoming Stronger for Tomorrow, which included cultural performances and discussions with 90 attendees, including notable figures like former Senator Patrick Dodson and Attorney General Tony Buti. The event emphasized the importance of reconciliation and community engagement, with Mr. Dodson praising it as a significant initiative. Despite its success, he noted the need for ongoing national improvements...