Stories from Sydney · Australia

The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion heard calls for systemic funding for Jewish schools. The funding is intended to cover the costs of extra security measures. The commission is currently reviewing these requests.

The family of Kumunjay Little Baby has requested improved communication from authorities regarding the ongoing court process. The alleged murderer of the girl was excused from appearing at the first hearing of the criminal case. Reporter David Webber provided the update.

Members of Parliament voted to remove the senior minister from the Legislative Council following the government's refusal to produce a statement from Premier Chris Minns. The statement concerns an alleged sexual assault of a Labor staffer that occurred a decade ago.

Panthers utility Jack Cogger has accepted a one-match suspension following a high tackle during his team's win over the Seagulls. Cogger will miss the upcoming Sunday clash against the Raiders. Jack Cole is expected to take his place in the lineup.

Yaelix Rifkin, Co-Chief Executive Officer of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, participated in a hearing and criticized the current societal chaos, said the importance of the hearing's work.

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.