Stories from Australia

Grant vetoes are reportedly causing delays and confusion within the Australian academic research sector.

New South Wales Police revealed they respond to a domestic violence incident every three minutes. Officers have been arresting individuals in connection with these incidents.

A health academic has expressed concerns that a tobacco giant was permitted to lobby for an excise tax cut in private meetings. The academic's statement highlights potential undue influence on public health policy.

Tasmania is dealing with a waste disaster resulting from high-volume salmon mortalities last year. Companies struggled to find disposal sites for the waste, indicating a failure in planning for such events.

New gun license applications in New South Wales have significantly increased since the Bondi terrorist attack. Data from the state's Firearms Registry Performance reveals this surge in applications.

A woman has died after being struck by a ute on the Pacific Motorway. Emergency services were called to the scene where the woman was pronounced dead. The incident caused traffic disruptions.

Authorities in Sydney have approved the release of a double strength poison.

Police have launched an investigation after a woman and two children were discovered deceased at a residence in Campbelltown. The circumstances surrounding their deaths are currently under investigation.

A 59-year-old man, identified as Steven Mattaboni, died after being attacked by a great white shark in Australia. The incident occurred in front of his friends. Health workers are reportedly without adequate personal protective equipment. The incident occurred recently, and details about the specific location and circumstances are emerging.

Developers with state-tied projects have donated thousands of dollars to Queensland politicians following the lifting of a ban. The donations were made after the ban on such contributions was removed.