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Wheelchair Rugby League is a highly physical and inclusive sport where athletes compete in specialised wheelchairs costing between $16,000 to $40,000 each. The Australian Wheelaroos, led by head coach Brett Clark, are preparing for the Rugby League World Cup to be hosted in Wollongong, featuring men's, women's and wheelchair competitions. The sport is designed to be inclusive for able-bodied and d...

Some Italian towns are selling ancient, run-down homes for one euro to attract new residents and revitalise communities. The scheme, which began in Sicily in 2008, requires buyers to renovate properties within a set timeframe, with renovation costs ranging from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands of euros. Similar programmes are now being trialled in Japan, Ireland, and Croatia, though visa re...

A weight loss pill containing the same active ingredient as Ozempic is expected to receive approval in Australia as early as Christmas this year. The oral medication eliminates the need for injections and is anticipated to cost approximately $5.80 per day, similar to UK pricing. With two out of three adult Australians classified as obese or overweight, medical experts predict significant uptake of...

Australian property auction clearance rates have risen above 50% this week, marking the highest point in seven weeks following the federal budget's impact on the market. However, fewer homes are being sold at auction compared to the same period last year, with an 8% drop in total volume driven primarily by Sydney's downturn. The top end of the property market is experiencing more rapid price deter...

New South Wales emergency departments are experiencing 400 presentations of influenza-like illnesses weekly, with cases surging by 40% in recent weeks. Health authorities are urging Australian parents to vaccinate their children before the return to school, particularly those at highest risk including children under five, people over 65, and those with chronic health conditions. A nasal vaccine op...

Escalating military strikes between the US and Iran have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic, with over 140 US targets struck in Iran and Tehran attacking multiple US positions across the Gulf. The closure of all three shipping corridors through the strait threatens approximately 20 per cent of the world's energy supply, depleting fuel reserves and raising concerns about su...

One Nation's support has dropped three points in the latest Resolve Strategic poll, with party leader Pauline Hanson falling eight points in preferred Prime Minister rankings. The decline follows controversial statements on multiculturalism, abortion and parental leave, with pollsters identifying migrants and women as the two biggest groups where support was lost. The debate centres on Hanson's ca...

Passenger declaration cards at Australian airports are transitioning to a digital system nationwide following successful trials with Qantas. Travellers can now complete the forms through airline apps before boarding, receiving a QR code to present upon landing. The digital system aims to eliminate the rush to find pens and information at the end of flights, while airport assistance will remain ava...

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are experiencing record growth in Australia, with the ASX adding 72 new ETFs over the past financial year, bringing the total to over 450 funds worth approximately $350 billion. Nearly one in five Gen Z investors are now invested in ETFs, with particular interest in funds focused on global themes including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics and space tec...

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke states the Australian government will not assist 13 suspected ISIS fighters detained in Iraq who may soon be released from prison and attempt to return to Australia. Burke explains the legal limitations of exclusion orders for citizens, noting they are temporary measures with a high threshold to meet. He emphasises that 45 men who fought with ISIS had already retur...

The Australian Combat Sports Academy in Thornleigh specialises in Muay Thai training for all ages, from six-year-olds to adults. Muay Thai is Thailand's national sport, a stand-up martial art that combines punching, kicking, kneeing and elbowing techniques. The sport is experiencing growing popularity in Australia, with increasing numbers of female participants joining the training programs. See o...

A former Pfizer Pharmaceuticals headquarters building in midtown Manhattan is experiencing a structural emergency after workers discovered buckled steel beams, columns and cracks on the 21st floor during conversion to residential apartments. The building and approximately 10 surrounding structures, including a hotel and school with 400 children, have been evacuated as multiple floors have begun to...

A ute was deliberately set alight on Stoddart Street in Roselands during the early hours of the morning. The vehicle was completely destroyed and two other nearby cars were damaged in the blaze. Police are actively searching for the offenders, with no injuries reported from the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran has reportedly struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz within a 24-hour period, with the most recent attack involving a tanker travelling south near Amman that was hit by an unknown projectile, sparking a fire. The vessel allegedly ignored warnings from Iranian forces. The escalation threatens ongoing negotiations to end the US-Iran conflict, with talks currently paused during a week-long...

Australian electricity prices have increased for many customers from 1 July despite regulators announcing price cuts, with energy companies like Origin, AGL and Energy Australia changing how charges are calculated, resulting in higher daily connection fees. The Australian Energy Regulator explains that most customers on market contracts can find better deals by shopping around using comparison too...

Australia's interest rates are forecast to remain at a 15-year high until late 2027, with the country facing its longest period of weak economic growth since the 1990s recession. New global data reveals Australians are experiencing one of the sharpest declines in living standards among developed nations, driven by persistent inflation and a decade-long productivity malaise. Economists suggest solu...

Prince Harry has lost his High Court privacy case against the publisher of the Daily Mail, with all claims of spying and phone tapping dismissed. The judge ruled that while Harry's allegations were serious, he failed to prove any stories were obtained unlawfully. The devastating loss comes during Harry's first public engagement in London this week, overshadowing his charity work and any potential...

Thousands of Telstra customers across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland are experiencing a major mobile network outage, with many phones limited to emergency calls only. The telecommunications company has acknowledged the widespread service disruption affecting mobile calls and digital data connections across Australia's eastern seaboard. Telstra is investigating the issue and has advised c...

Australia's Skilled Migration Scheme places construction workers in the same priority tier as actors, dancers, animal trainers and economists, despite an ongoing housing crisis. Labor MP Amanda Rishworth defends the government's approach, citing a threefold increase in construction workers and fast-tracked skills recognition, while Opposition representative James criticises the lack of prioritisat...

China conducted a nuclear-capable missile test in the South West Pacific hours after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a historic defence pact with Fiji. Former Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo has questioned whether China had advance knowledge of the Prime Minister's trip, raising concerns about potential intelligence compromises. The Australian government has directly raised concerns wi...

State of Origin results significantly influence fan spending behaviour, with 23% of supporters likely to spend more if their team wins and 7% spending more after a loss. Research from ING shows fans attending the game spend an average of $371 on tickets, food, drinks and celebrations. Gen Z and millennials are particularly prone to emotion-driven spending during State of Origin matches. See omnyst...

U.S. President Donald Trump attends a NATO summit in Turkey, renewing calls for the U.S. to annex Greenland and criticising NATO member nations for refusing to support his military actions in Iran. European leaders aim to highlight their increased defence spending while Trump threatens to remove U.S. soldiers from Europe. The summit discussions focus on defence expenditure, U.S. troop presence in...

Werribee Park Mansion in Victoria is celebrating its 150th anniversary next year. The historic property features opulent rooms including a drawing room, dining room, and billiard room, with volunteers dressed in period costume portraying the Churnside family and their servants. Visitors can experience high tea and tours of the mansion, with staff sharing stories about the building's history and he...

Werribee Park Mansion in Victoria is celebrating its 150th anniversary next year. The historic property features opulent rooms including a drawing room, dining room, and billiard room, with volunteers dressed in period costume portraying the Churnside family and their servants. Visitors can experience high tea and tours of the mansion, with staff sharing stories about the building's history and he...

NRL player Jai Arrow has married his long-time partner Berina in an intimate Sydney ceremony, just months after his medical retirement due to motor neurone disease diagnosis. The South Sydney Rabbitohs are hosting a massive 31st birthday celebration for Arrow at Accor Stadium, featuring an attempt to break the world record for most people wearing party hats simultaneously, with The Wiggles perform...