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Heavy rainfall in North Queensland has caused road closures and multiple rescues, with three tropical lows looming off the coast. Crocodile sightings have been reported in floodwaters, with the focus on a low pressure system off Cairns bringing up to 700mm of rain in some areas. Authorities are preparing for "life threatening" flash flooding, with emergency services on high alert and reinforcements sent north in anticipation of continued riverine flooding impacts. Full Article

Left-arm spinner Ashleigh van Wyk led South Africa to a five-wicket win over Australia in the under-19 T20 World Cup semifinal, securing a spot in the final with a player-of-the-match performance, claiming 4-17 to restrict Australia to 105. Despite Australia's top-scorer Caoimhe Bray's efforts, South Africa's Jemma Botha and Kayla Reyneke guided their team to victory with 11 balls to spare. South Africa, undefeated in the tournament, will face either England or India in the...

The government has initiated a review of gender-affirming healthcare for trans and gender-diverse youth, with the National Health and Medical Research Council leading the effort to examine the use of puberty blockers. Health Minister Mark Butler has urged Queensland to halt its plan to pause treatment for children, emphasizing the need for national consistency and evidence-based care. LGBTIQ+ health groups have cautiously welcomed the review, emphasizing the importance of expert-led processes free from political interference...

The Australian government has initiated a review of gender-affirming healthcare for trans and gender-diverse young individuals, led by the National Health and Medical Research Council, focusing on puberty blockers and other aspects of care. Health Minister Mark Butler has urged Queensland to follow national standards and suspend its plan to pause access to treatment for children, which has been criticized by LGBTIQ+ health groups. The review process is welcomed cautiously, with an emphasis on expert-led,...

The Fire Aid benefit concert in Los Angeles is raising funds for fire victims with Hollywood icons and megastars performing at two venues. The event aims to support those affected by the recent devastating fires in the city. Visit the website to view photos from the night. Full Article

New laws requiring employers with 500 or more employees to set gender equality targets and make progress on them within three years could be passed by federal parliament with the support of the Greens and crossbench, despite opposition from the coalition. Failure to comply could lead to public naming, impact on government procurement eligibility, and funding. The proposal aims to raise awareness of gender equality in workplaces and embed equality policies as a normal part...