Stories from Sydney · Australia

The mother of Beau Lamar Condon is facing charges in connection with the deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. The suspect allegedly used a police-issue Glock pistol to kill the two men at a home in Paddington. Homicide Squad detectives charged Colleen Lamar with allegedly attempting to influence a key witness to change their evidence. The charge of perverting the course of justice follows the 2024 deaths of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. The case involves a former police officer's mother in the high-profile double homicide investigation. Her son, Beau Lamar Condon, is currently awaiting trial for an alleged double murder that occurred in February 2024. Lamar is scheduled to appear in court tomorrow. The report was provided by Chantel Alcoury. Police arrested 63-year-old Colleen Lamar in Balmain, Sydney's inner west, this morning.

An investigation into a Qantas flight that experienced a failure during takeoff found the engine was days away from its scheduled retirement. The aircraft involved was a Boeing 737. The report details the mechanical failure occurred during the takeoff phase of the flight.

Player Lwai has decided to leave the Tigers mid-year despite having a good season. Lwai stated the decision was difficult for his family to consider given the timing. Tigers coach Benji Marshall expressed support for the player despite the move being hurtful to the team.

A commentator on ABC NewsRadio AU called for a national plan to eradicate poverty in Australia. The proposal includes robust measurement, clear targets, improved care affordability, and reduction of household debts.

Only 22% of Australians believe the next generation will be better off, according to recent data. Concerns are increasing regarding intergenerational inequality and gaps in workforce participation.

The Rights Commission has launched a National Anti-Racism Framework following community consultations. The framework contains 63 recommendations targeting sectors including justice, health, education, workplaces, media, and the arts.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been gifted a new five-seater plane valued at approximately $2.1 million. The aircraft was provided by a company owned by Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart.

A runner plans to run from Kellyville in Sydney to Parliament House in Canberra over a four-day period. The run is scheduled to begin on June 23rd and conclude on June 26th. The individual has been training for the event for one year.

A person identified as Freeman opened fire on police during an investigation by the Wangerata sexual offences and child abuse investigation team. The shooting resulted in the death of Neil Thompson.

Australian outdoor advertising firm OOh!media Ltd. is evaluating a takeover bid from Pacific Equity Partners. The proposed acquisition values the company at A$746.9 million, approximately $537 million USD.