John Nettle: Fremantle detectives on the hunt for ‘unpredictable’ man who may help with investigation

Both Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton's partners have publicly endorsed them as candidates for Australia's Prime Minister, offering personal insights into their characters. Kirilly Dutton emphasizes Peter's listening skills, business acumen, and moral integrity, presenting him as a compassionate leader. Jodie Haydon praises Albanese's commitment to public education, economic management, and gender equality, highlighting his kindness and dedication to making Australia a better place for families. Full Article

As Australia approaches its election, opposition candidates are actively courting Chinese Australian voters, a demographic that previously supported the conservative Liberal-National coalition but shifted to Labor in 2022. Candidates like Grange Chung are utilizing Chinese social media platforms like WeChat to connect with voters, as nearly 60% of Chinese Australians use the app daily. Despite increased outreach efforts, some community members express frustration over being viewed merely as votes, highlighting a need for deeper political...

The MG 3 remains Australia's top-selling light car into 2025, with the introduction of the more affordable Vibe variant priced at $21,990 drive-away, although it doesn’t surpass the Kia Picanto as the cheapest new car in Australia. The MG 3 offers extensive standard safety features, but some, like blind-spot monitoring, are omitted in the Vibe model. With a robust sales increase of 6.6% in 2024 and a comprehensive warranty of 10 years or 250,000 km,...

Iga Swiatek's struggles on the court continued as she suffered a 6-1 6-1 defeat to Coco Gauff in the Madrid Open semi-finals, marking her sixth straight tournament without reaching a final since winning the French Open last June. Swiatek expressed concerns about her movement and lack of a game plan, stating, "everything kind of collapsed" due to her difficulties. Despite her performance, she remains optimistic about improving her game, while Gauff advances to the final,...

SummaryThe 2025 Shore Leave festival, organized by a local committee for the first time, attracted an estimated 5,000 attendees daily, making it a memorable celebration for the Mid West. Joanne Panter from Checked Events described the event as exceeding expectations, with sold-out activities and vibrant community participation, highlighting new attractions like the Adventurethon Treasurequest. The festival boosted local accommodation and restaurant trade, showcasing the region's food, culture, and coastline. Full Article

Oman's government announced that the upcoming US-Iran nuclear talks, initially scheduled for Saturday, will be rescheduled due to logistical reasons, as stated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi. The negotiations aim to curb Iran's nuclear program in exchange for lifting financial sanctions, with new dates to be determined based on the US approach, according to an Iranian official. Despite US claims of never confirming participation in the fourth round of talks, both sides continue to...