Stories from Australia

A blue Audi plunged during a street race in Sydney. The incident involved multiple cars participating in the race.

Farmers in Western and South Australia report a growing mouse plague affecting grain crops. Some growers are reporting densities of thousands of mice per hectare. The affected farmers say they desperately need access to stronger poisonous bait to control the infestation.

Back rower Tiana Penitani-Gray has been ruled out of the Blues team, according to ABC NewsRadio AU.

Queensland winger Phoenix Rain Hipper has been ruled out of next week's second State of Origin game in Brisbane due to a hamstring injury. North Queensland back Jasmine Peters has been brought into the 20-player squad to replace her.

Peters of Kensington is closing its doors, according to a report from Sydney. The announcement was made during a broadcast regarding Anzac Parade.

Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated the government will not assist a specific group expected to land at Sydney and Melbourne airports on Thursday. There is widespread community sentiment that the returning individuals are not welcome.

Australian Federal Police Commissioner Chrissy Barrett announced that some individuals will be arrested and charged following investigations. Barrett stated that children involved will be required to participate in re-education programs.

The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion heard testimony regarding Jewish students being taunted during school excursions.

Winton confirmed a temporary ban on the use of Sylvie's books as required texts.

A man died after the car he was in left the road and entered the water at Ordley Weir. The driver and another man, who was behind the wheel of a second vehicle, are in police custody.