Tony Armstrong, a Gamilaroi broadcaster, expressed his desire to eliminate racism if he had a magic wand, but recognizes the need for diverse boards and leadership teams in the absence of such a tool. In response to a report on racism at the ABC and facing online abuse, Armstrong emphasized the importance of diverse leadership structures and called for greater inclusivity in decision-making processes. As a former AFL player and NITV sports broadcaster, Armstrong highlighted the significance of representation and diversity in combating discrimination and fostering a more inclusive environment.
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Heavy rain across south-east Queensland and northern NSW, 300,000 without power, hundreds of schools closed
Last night, damaging wind gusts up to 100km/h north of Brisbane caused trees to fall and roofs to be ripped off homes, with one occupant sleeping through the destruction. About 300,000 homes and businesses in Queensland, along with 13,000 in New South Wales, are without power due to ongoing thunderstorms and tree damage. Emergency warnings have been issued, with hundreds of schools closed and residents in certain areas advised to take caution due to flooding...
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