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A 55-year-old motorist has pleaded not guilty to dangerous driving charges following a November 2024 collision in Jerrabomberra. The crash tragically claimed the life of prominent Canberra tourism executive and mother of two, Jackie McKeown.
Federal investigators have released photos of distinctive children's wear as they work to identify the remaining 16 victims of former educator Hamish Tait. The accused is currently facing over 300 charges spanning a 16-year period.
As NAIDOC Week begins, communities across Australia are celebrating '50 Years of Deadly,' a theme honouring the profound impact and multifaceted meaning of this iconic word in Aboriginal English. Far from its dictionary definition, 'deadly' has become a powerful expression of pride, excellence, and resilience for First Nations people nationwide.
Months of intense internal disputes within the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras culminated in an Extraordinary General Meeting on Saturday, leading to the removal of two prominent board members. The heated vote signals a pivotal moment for the iconic organization as it grapples with its future direction and commitment to activism.
Amid a growing number of H5N1 bird flu detections across Australia, authorities are advising free-range poultry producers to keep their flocks indoors where feasible. This proactive measure aims to mitigate contact with wild birds and bolster biosecurity against the contagious virus.
New South Wales has confirmed its first case of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, detected in a migratory seabird near Hawks Nest. Authorities assure the risk to public health and poultry supply remains low, though vigilance is urged as the virus continues its global spread.
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