Stories from Sydney · Australia

Australian data center provider NEXTDC has secured 1.3 billion dollars for the expansion of its data center operations.

Latrel Mitchell has ended an 18-month self-imposed media ban, according to reports. Mitchell had previously avoided media engagement for a year and a half. Mitchell spoke following a Rabbitohs training session to acknowledge teammate Campbell Graham's upcoming 150-game milestone this weekend. Mitchell stated that Graham deserves consideration for a wing position in the New South Wales team for this month's State of Origin series opener.

Australian company DroneShield is increasing exports of counter-drone equipment to global conflict zones, including Ukraine and Iran. The company is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange.

New laws are being introduced to make it easier to crack down on individuals tracking others without consent. The changes aim to criminalize the covert monitoring of people unaware they are being stalked.

Two marine rescue officers from the Bellamy unit died while attempting to aid a vessel in distress, according to Principal Joe McNulty. The incident has been described as a tragedy by McNulty in a statement to ABC Sydney. The specific location of the rescue attempt was not disclosed. Two volunteers from Marine Rescue New South Wales died during a response operation in Sydney last night. Marine Rescue New South Wales Commander Todd Andrews described the event as the darkest night in the organization's history. Police Marine Area Commander Joe McNulty stated that divers have been deployed to the scene but have not yet entered the water. The immediate focus of the organization is supporting those affected by the tragedy.

New South Wales officials stated they are monitoring the status of the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project. No specific timeline or current project status was provided in the report. The source did not provide specific details regarding the current status or any issues with the project.

An officer-involved shooting has occurred at a scene in Sydney.

Australian activist Ethan Floyd has returned to Australia after being detained by Israeli forces. Floyd was part of a group of over 100 activists on the Sumud flotilla attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The flotilla was intercepted off the coast of Greece last week.

Businesses and organizations across the country must register branded sender IDs for use at the top of SMS messages. Starting in July, the word unverified will be displayed on messages if a brand is not registered with their telecommunications provider.

Three people are confirmed dead following a yacht accident in New South Wales. Authorities confirmed three people died in the accident, noting there were many people in the vicinity at the time.