Australian cricketer Travis Head impressed with a half-century at the top of the order in the first Sri Lanka Test, continuing his strong form in Asia. Despite his success, Head does not see himself opening the batting in Australian conditions, preferring to remain in the middle order where he feels most comfortable. Coach Andrew McDonald is considering changes for the World Test Championship final, with Head likely to move back to number five to accommodate...

Jo Haylen has resigned as transport minister after using a ministerial driver for a private lunch at Brokenwood Winery, apologizing for her actions and acknowledging her mistakes. Premier Chris Minns accepted her resignation, calling her actions "indefensible," and announced policy changes limiting ministerial driver use to official business only. This controversy follows previous criticism of Haylen's appointment of a former staffer as transport secretary. Full Article

NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen has resigned from her position following car expense scandals, including using a taxpayer-funded driver for personal trips. She will continue to serve in her local electorate of Summer Hill after admitting to making mistakes and letting the public down. Premier Chris Minns stated he will not sack Haylen, despite criticism over the trips, but acknowledged the need for potential changes to regulations on government drivers. Full Article

A nine-month-old girl in Adelaide's western suburbs was rushed to the hospital after being attacked by a dog at a home on Ashley St, Torrensville. The infant was bitten just before 8.30am on Tuesday and was taken to the Women and Children’s Hospital for treatment. SA Health has not confirmed the baby's current condition. Full Article

Professional soccer player Sam Kerr and her partner Kristie Mewis were arrested for racially abusing a London police officer, Stephen Lovell, in January 2023. The incident occurred after a dispute with a taxi driver, which led to Kerr calling the officer "f---ing stupid and white" on video footage shown in court. Kerr has pleaded not guilty, claiming her comments were not racially motivated, and the trial is ongoing with Kerr expected to give evidence. Full...

Premiers from opposite sides of the country, including NSW Premier Chris Minns and Western Australia Premier Roger Cook, have condemned recent antisemitic incidents and vowed to punish those responsible. The NSW government is taking action against a spate of incidents in Sydney, while WA Premier Cook accused culprits in his state of sowing division and hatred. The federal government has imposed sanctions against an online neo-Nazi network, and there are calls to strengthen hate speech...