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Wallabies captain Harry Wilson is demanding more from his team after five straight losses and just one win in ten matches, calling out the need to finish games strong—not just play well. With a rookie flyhalf stepping in due to injuries and the squad’s recent struggles, Wilson insists home crowds deserve wins, not near-misses. He’s confident in debutant Declan Meredith, despite the “curse of the 1...

H5N1 bird flu has made a shocking leap — infecting a native Australian seabird, a greater crested tern in South Australia, marking the first time this deadly virus has hit local wildlife. With 12 confirmed cases across SA and WA, plus a suspected seal infection, scientists and environmentalists are sounding the alarm. While officials reassure the public that no poultry farms are affected and human...

A thirteen-year-old girl vanished last Saturday in Donald, Victoria, sparking a massive search — now, human remains believed to be hers have been found in nearby bushland, prompting police to treat the case as suspicious. Authorities raided a local property and are urgently seeking public tips to unravel the tragic events. If you have information, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Listen in...

Adelaide’s Illuminate Adelaide festival is turning winter into a dazzling tech-art spectacle with robot swans gliding in sync across a lake, inflatable sheep strutting on stilts, and neon brain sculptures that pulse with digital energy. Beyond the spectacle, it’s a cultural engine—keeping artists employed year-round and spotlighting Indigenous art through animated tributes to Mulkun Wirrpanda, plu...

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on the Mount Lindesay Highway when a young boy died after a devastating car crash that sent four others to hospitals — including a teenage girl and two adults in critical condition. Though the latter two have since stabilized, the loss of this child has shaken the community, sparking urgent calls for road safety reform as authorities investigate the collision’s cau...

The AFL is rewriting the playbook for global expansion, ditching flashy exhibition games in favor of grassroots football in India. After learning from their failed China experiment, they’re rolling out community programs and talent academies to ignite local participation—aiming to grow from 10,000 to 100,000 Indian players. With events like “G’day Namaste” and national championships on the horizon...

A Mexican-American homeowner with no criminal record and decades of life in the U.S. was fatally shot during a high-stakes ICE traffic stop — sparking outrage, calls for accountability, and a federal investigation. The agent claims Araujo rammed their vehicle, but local officials, including Rep. Sylvia Garcia, say the operation was misdirected and the agent’s lack of body cameras — blamed on burea...

Two men face prison for trafficking a 17-year-old Indonesian girl into Australia for sex work—her Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a50d491f8...

Australia is questioning whether X, formerly Twitter, should even be allowed to operate there, accusing the company of ignoring online safety—especially anti-Semitic content—after a deadly Bondi attack where victims’ footage was prioritized over harmful material. Despite fighting Australian courts to keep controversial content online, including Holocaust imagery, X has refused to cooperate with a...

Big Splash’s reopening by November 1 is in serious jeopardy as investors reveal ballooning costs and doubt they can meet the deadline, clashing with the ACT government’s firm stance that the 50-meter pool must be ready on time—or risk losing the land and restarting from scratch. Activists urge the government to buy the site outright, arguing the neglected park is deteriorating while other projects...

The Wallabies are desperate for a win against France in Brisbane, needing to break a five-match losing streak—last week’s nail-biting 33-31 loss to Ireland nearly gave them hope. With key playmakers sidelined, debutant flyhalf Declan Meredith steps into the spotlight at 27, bringing experience and calm under pressure. Captain Harry Wilson praises Meredith’s consistency in club and Super Rugby, and...

Derryn Hinch, the fearless Australian media icon known as “the human headline,” has died at 82, leaving behind a legacy forged in controversy, conviction, and unrelenting truth-telling. A journalist, radio host, and former senator, he built a career on exposing sex offenders, earning jail time for his crusade and founding the Justice Party at 72. With a liver transplant, multiple marriages, and a...

In a stunning celebration of culture and confidence, Ramingining in Arnhem Land hosted a week-long fashion event that turned local Yolgnu art into runway magic. Twenty-four community models, mentored by a Tiwi Island pro, stepped into the spotlight for the first time, showcasing hand-painted designs from collections “Soar” and “Daybreak” — a collaboration between Bula’bula Arts and Black Cat Coutu...

Derryn Hinch, the fiery Australian broadcaster who defined talkback radio with his unfiltered passion and fearless takes, has died at 82. A media titan known for his decades-long reign on 3AW and his Nine Network days, Hinch wasn’t just a voice—he was a force, earning his place in the Commercial Radio Hall of Fame and later serving as a senator. A relentless crusader against child sex offenders, h...

A 42-year-old man, Alexander Baudinette, is facing serious charges after a botched hotel robbery in Tarago that spiraled into a high-speed chase, a crash, and his own brutal injuries. Accused of aggravated breaking and entering with a dangerous weapon, he appeared in court with a sling, suffering broken ribs, a fractured scapula, and a broken sternum. His lawyer waived bail, and the judge agreed,...

Hudson Young and Ethan Strange are cleared to face the Bulldogs after minor Origin knocks, with coach Ricky Stuart praising Young’s standout performance and Strange’s resilience. Meanwhile, Cronulla’s Briton Nikora sits out against the Dolphins, but Billy Burns steps up, backed by Blayke Brailey and Addin Fonua-Blake’s availability. The Raiders also eye Josh Papalii’s return, potentially giving th...

A 50-year-old man from Queensland has been charged with multiple child sexual offenses after allegedly luring two girls, aged 15 and 13, from Roma Street station by train to Deception Bay, where the assaults are said to have occurred. He also faces drug charges, and police released footage of his arrest at a station. Authorities warn there may be other victims and are urging anyone with informatio...

A chilling murder unfolds in a quiet Vermont home: 39-year-old Srinivas Achanta, who moved from Singapore to Melbourne earlier this year, is charged with killing his wife, Lavanya Achanta, 39, in a late-night stabbing. Two children were present but unharmed. Neighbors recall a peaceful family life, including school runs and cricket games. Achanta, taken into custody after the incident, appeared in...

Derryn Hinch, the fiery Australian broadcaster, politician, and self-proclaimed “human headline,” has died at 82 after a battle with infections following a fall last year. Known for his iconic sign-off “That’s life,” his blunt style, and his unflinching honesty — including candid talks about alcoholism and legal clashes over naming child sex offenders — Hinch carved a legendary, controversial path...

Australia’s first confirmed case of H5 bird flu has been found in a native seabird — a greater crested tern in South Australia — marking a new development as it’s the first time the virus has been detected in a bird that lives here year-round. While this raises concerns, officials say it’s a sign biosecurity is working, with 12 total cases now confirmed across South and Western Australia, plus one...

New South Wales is launching a bold new taskforce to eradicate violence in hospitals, responding to a surge in aggressive incidents that have put frontline healthcare workers at risk. From terrifying threats like patients planning gun attacks to widespread abuse, nearly 92% of public nurses have faced violence — a crisis demanding urgent action. With zero tolerance for disruptive behavior, the gov...

Derryn Hinch, the fiery Australian media icon known for his unapologetic style, crusades against sex offenders, and late-life political run, has died at 82 — leaving behind a legacy of controversy, conviction, and cultural impact that spanned six decades in journalism, broadcasting, and public service. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertis...

The “Human Headline” himself, Derryn Hinch, has died at 82, leaving behind a legacy of fearless journalism, courtroom clashes, and unapologetic advocacy. From TV exposés to radio rants and even a Senate seat, Hinch wielded his blunt truth-telling to fight for justice, challenge power, and never back down — even when it meant jail time or a liver transplant. His voice, his outrage, his unfiltered h...

Students from St. Louis University just returned from a whirlwind two-week immersion in Australia’s healthcare system, hands-on with homelessness and mental health services in Fremantle through Ruah Community Services — all while soaking in Aussie culture with trips to Rottnest Island and an AFL game. This exchange, part of a new partnership with Notre Dame University Australia, is designed to bro...

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