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Tenpin bowler Charlotte Bailey is set to represent the ACT at the Special Olympics Australia 2026 National Games, showcasing her skills and inspiring others with her story. With her passion for bowling and advocacy, Bailey hopes to show people with disabilities that living their dream is attainable.
Independent MP Helen Haines was critically injured in an incident outside her electorate office in Wangaratta, Victoria, after being allegedly struck by a vehicle. The incident has been described as a deliberate attack by the Prime Minister, with the suspect taken into custody.
Independent MP Helen Haines has been seriously injured in an incident near her electorate office in Wangaratta, in Victoria's north-east. Emergency services responded to calls for assistance on Murphy Street shortly before 4pm.
Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines was injured in an incident outside her Wangaratta office yesterday afternoon. Her family has released a statement thanking emergency responders and asking for privacy.
City dwellers are moving to regional Australia at rates not seen since the COVID pandemic, with the Sunshine Coast being the most favoured destination. The Regional Australia Institute says migration from capital cities to regional areas has matched the record set in June 2021.
Melbourne's Yarra River could become swimmable by 2050, with local councils and Melbourne Water joining forces to clean up the waterway. The ambitious plan draws inspiration from successful river restoration projects in Europe, such as the Seine River in Paris.
Imprisoned Australian activist Hiep Tran claims he did not cross into Vietnam, contradicting Vietnamese authorities. His supporters say this proves he was abducted by Vietnamese authorities a month ago.
North Melbourne defeated Essendon 12.13 (85) to 5.3 (33). Sydney Swans cruised to a 12.8 (80) to 4.5 (29) victory over Collingwood.
New Zealand mare Ohope Wins has been euthanased after a fall in the Caulfield Cup that also included 2025 Melbourne Cup winner Half Yours. The incident occurred with about 200 metres to go in the 2,400m race.
Geelong has underlined its AFLW premiership credentials with a 53-point rout of West Coast, while Adelaide has boosted its hopes of a finals appearance with a victory over Gold Coast. The Crows' win has ended Gold Coast's six-game winning streak.
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