At a memorial in Hobart, family, friends, and fellow sailors paid tribute to Nick Smith and Roy Quaden, who died during the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Smith, 65, suffered a fatal head injury aboard Bowline, while Quaden, 55, was struck by a boom on Flying Fish Arctos. The sailing community mourned their loss, with race organisers pledging a review of safety measures following the tragic incidents.
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commented on Donald Trump's frustrated remarks regarding a breached Israel-Iran ceasefire, stating they align with Australia's call for de-escalation and peace in the region. Trump's blunt language reflected the seriousness of the situation, as both nations were criticized for violating the truce amid escalating conflict. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Summary Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese supported Donald Trump's frustrated comments about a ceasefire in the Middle East,...
Read moreFollowing a fragile ceasefire brokered by Donald Trump, Israel, the US, and Iran all claim victory from a recent 12-day conflict, though the potential for renewed hostilities remains. The status of Iran's nuclear facilities is contested, with the US asserting destruction while Iran counters that its capabilities remain intact, leading to ongoing diplomatic discussions. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The fragile ceasefire after a recent conflict involving Israel, the US, and Iran has...
Read moreAustralia's diminishing influence on the global stage is illustrated by Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles' placement in the far corner of a NATO summit photo, overshadowed by leaders like Trump and Macron. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Albanese, avoiding potential embarrassment from a second missed meeting with Trump, focuses on domestic issues, as Australia faces pressure to significantly increase its defense spending. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Australia's position in the world is shown in...
Read moreThe Cook Government must report on its progress in reducing homelessness after a vote in the upper house backed a motion from WA Greens housing spokesperson Tim Clifford, requiring a response by September 18. Homelessness Minister Matthew Swinbourn reaffirmed the government's commitment to ending homelessness and developing a new five-year action plan informed by a committee's 57 recommendations. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Cook Government has to tell everyone how they are...
Read moreProperty owners in Geraldton will see an average rate increase of $77 per year as part of the City of Greater Geraldton’s 2025-26 budget, approved by councillors with a 10-1 vote. The rates will rise by an average of 3.9%, varying by suburb, with significant changes in gross rental values affecting different areas, while overall rates remain lower than in other regional WA centres. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Property owners in Geraldton...
Read moreWA's environmental adjudicator has approved Rio Tinto's expansion of the West Angelas iron ore mine, ensuring continued production for 25 years while implementing protective measures for the adjacent Karijini National Park. The project is part of a $20 billion investment to replace ageing operations in the Pilbara, with mining expected to begin pending further state and federal approvals. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Rio Tinto got permission to open new iron ore mines...
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