Stories from Sydney · Australia

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.

Polling indicates support for One Nation is between 23% and 26%. The Greens maintain approximately 12% support. Data suggests higher proportions of support for One Nation among younger voters. The coalition is experiencing internal discussions regarding differing views among its members. The party secured the second highest number of votes among all political parties, though Labor ultimately won the elections. This outcome is being viewed as the first federal test of One Nation's support. This outcome was witnessed on Saturday night.

A witness named Ben testified at the Royal Commission on Anti-Semitism and Social Cohesion regarding anti-Jewish violence. He stated that his parents and brother were bashed by a group of young people in Sydney in 2013 following a Shabbat service. The testimony occurred during the first day of public hearings. The inquiry is examining experiences of anti-Semitism in Australia. A survey of 11,073 Hong Kong citizens aged 18 and over, including 321 young people aged 18-40, revealed their attitudes towards professional issues. The proceedings aim to document these experiences. The hearings included accounts of incidents involving young people in Sydney dating back to a Shabbat service in 2013. The source did not specify the exact number of witnesses or the specific governing body hosting the hearings. The proceedings aimed to document the impact of such violence on the community.

The Zhu family, with roots in China and New Zealand, has expanded their banking business in Australia. Zhu Xianhua, grandson of Zhu Meilin, manages the family's banking operations from Hong Kong.

Experts have rejected proposals to reduce cigarette taxes in Australia. Approximately half of all tobacco products sold in the country are currently illicit.

A synagogue leader testified to the Royal Commission into Anti-Semitism and Social Cohesion that congregants have felt unsafe attending services. The leader cited regular abuse as the reason for these safety concerns.

Unregistered dirt bikes and high-speed electric bikes are causing safety concerns on arterial roads. Riders are reportedly performing wheelies and weaving through traffic at speeds of 60 to 70 km/h. One incident involved a collision where a rider was injured at a petrol station.

Former Liberal Party member Charlotte Mortlock announced the creation of a new political movement called Something Better Australia. The announcement comes amid reports of a competitive race involving One Nation candidate David Farley.

Police officer Christian White has been convicted of manslaughter following a tragic death in 2023. White was also sacked from his job. Despite the conviction, questions remain regarding New South Wales police taser policies and training.

A Sydney construction company and its director were fined a total of $500,000 following a 2021 workplace accident. The worker sustained serious injuries after falling three metres at a residential building site in Carlton.