Current Events Update: Airports are busy due to the AFL Grand Final and school holidays, while tensions rise in the Middle East and the Australian Treasurer visits China to address trade issues. Supermarkets are facing scrutiny, and today honors fallen police officers.
Airports are experiencing record levels of domestic travel, fueled by events like the AFL Grand Final in Melbourne and school holidays in New South Wales. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls for calm amid escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon, stressing the need for peace and an end to hostilities. In economic matters, Treasurer Jim Chalmers is advocating for China to lift restrictions on Australian lobsters during his visit, marking a significant diplomatic effort after a long hiatus. Additionally, a report has revealed that supermarket chains Coles and Woolworths are exerting too much control over the grocery market, leading to mistrust among shoppers. Today also marks National Police Remembrance Day, honoring officers lost in the line of duty. In sports, Brisbane players are being investigated for an incident in Barley, while the Sharks are focused on their upcoming preliminary final against Penrith, with Coach Fitzgibbon urging improved performance from star player Ico Hines.
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Investigations continue after alleged stabbing
Meanwhile police are still investigating how and why two Toowoomba men were allegedly stabbed on the Gold Coast.
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More storms to smash the South West
Parts of the South West were smashed by storms late yesterday and we're being told there's more on the way today.
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'Still hope' as search for missing man continues
A search for a missing man in Murgon will recommence at 6 this morning.
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Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon as more Aussies arrive home; PM apologises for distasteful comment; And US braces for one of the worst storms in 100 years
Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon as more Aussies arrive home; PM apologises for distasteful comment; And US braces for one of the worst storms in 100 years
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QANTAS fined $100k for selling tickets to ghost flights
QANTAS fined $100k for selling tickets to ghost flights
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John Farnham's voice heard for the first time since cancer surgery
John Farnham's voice heard for the first time since cancer surgery
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Labor and Coalition clash over Middle East motion
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the Coalition can’t get behind a motion that goes beyond just condemning the attack on Israel.
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PM opens parliament with strong condemnation of October 7 attack; Radio legend John Laws announces retirement
Parliament’s back, and the PM's opened with a strong message, condemning the October 7 attack and calling for peace in the Middle East.
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Thunderstorms to hit the South West
The Weather Bureau says damaging winds, heavy rainfall could be on the cards in Toowoomba, Roma and Kingaroy.
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