A DoorDash driver was slashed in the hand during an attempted carjacking in Melton, on the outskirts of Melbourne. The driver had dropped off food to Jess and Cadence Hart when four armed individuals approached his car, demanding the car key and ultimately slashing his hand before fleeing. The victim sought help from a nearby resident and medical clinic before being taken to Sunshine Hospital, while the offenders remain at large.
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Starting July 1, more Australians with rarer cystic fibrosis mutations will gain access to Trikafta through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, significantly lowering treatment costs. This expansion includes an additional 271 mutations, providing hope for improved quality of life for affected individuals like four-year-old Koah Hart, who has one of the rarest combinations. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA viral video shows a group of friends sneaking bar mats and a premiership flag from the Endeavour Tavern in Lancelin, capturing their antics on CCTV. Tavern owner Paul Ferguson reported that the thieves returned the items shortly after, turning a light-hearted prank into a humorous story that delighted the pub community. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreGreat Southern Mining and Gold Fields Limited are set to drill a promising 2.4-kilometre porphyry anomaly in Queensland, believed to contain a significant gold-copper deposit. This drilling campaign, part of their Edinburgh project, aims to explore two large IP anomalies at Leichhardt Creek, potentially leading to a major discovery after extensive geophysical and geochemical surveys. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreVirgin Australia has resumed trading on the stock exchange after more than five years, with shares opening above $3.10, a notable increase from the $2.90 price set during a partial sale by Bain Capital. CEO Dave Emerson highlighted a clear strategy and staff contributions in the airline's restructuring, while Bain retains a 40% stake and is set to benefit from significant fees and severance payments tied to their management of the company. Need More Context?...
Read moreTwo flights from Perth were diverted due to airspace closures following Iran's attack on the US Al Udeid Airbase in Qatar, which was thwarted without casualties. Qantas flights to London and Paris had to adjust their routes, while Qatar Airways temporarily suspended operations, impacting several flights, as safety and recovery efforts were coordinated for affected passengers. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreUS President Donald Trump has announced a "complete and total" 12-hour ceasefire between Israel and Iran, set to begin early Tuesday morning, which he believes will officially end what he calls the "12-day war." This announcement follows a recent missile attack by Iran on a US military base in Qatar, emphasizing the significance of this development for regional stability. Need More Context? 🔎
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