Stories from Australia

The Minns government has approved station upgrades for Carramar and Yennora in Sydney's southwest. The upgrades will include new lifts, improved pathways, better lighting, CCTV, and accessible facilities.

A 47-year-old woman remains in custody following an attack that occurred on December 14. The suspect is scheduled to appear in court tomorrow.

The Sydney Swans maintained their position at the top of the AFL ladder for the fourth consecutive week. They defeated the Melbourne Demons with a score of 131-114 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will meet with Japanese Prime Minister Sanya Takiichi in Canberra for annual talks. The meeting marks the 50th anniversary of a diplomatic milestone between the two nations.

An American partner, Jesse Nicholas Jones, allegedly stabbed his wife several times during an argument in Sydney. Paramedics revived the victim, Megan, at the scene, but she later died in the hospital. The couple's two young children were present in the home during the incident but were found unharmed. The victim was originally from the New South Wales Central Coast and previously worked for the Sydney Swans. A former partner, Daniel Billings, stabbed Molly Tyshurst 15 times after climbing through a window. Billings was reportedly out on bail at the time of the attack. The incident has prompted calls for government responses regarding domestic violence and child protection services. The source noted the case has shocked the public.

The meeting is described as high-profile. No specific agenda or policy topics were detailed in the report. The meeting is expected to cover bilateral relations.

A Four Corners investigation revealed a major security flaw in thousands of tasers and body-worn cameras used by Australian police. The flaw allows criminals to detect and track officers, posing safety risks particularly to undercover personnel.

One Nation candidate Darren Hercus secured 24% of the primary vote in the Napian by-election on the Mornington Peninsula. Jess Wilson acknowledged the need for her party to improve performance ahead of the statewide election in November. Wilson stated the party needs to listen to voters following the results. The by-election took place south of Melbourne. Anthony Marsh of the Victorian Liberal Party secured the state seat of Napian in a regional New South Wales by-election. The victory follows a previous 48% vote share for the Liberals in the Mornington Peninsula seat four years ago. The win is described as a victory for the party's young leader, Jess Wilson. Milthorpe, one of 12 candidates vying for the seat, stated she has done as much as possible and it is now up to the voters. She noted that over 700 to 800 volunteers are actively working today.

Penrith secured a 18-16 victory over Manly Warringah at Western Sydney Stadium to consolidate its position at the top of the NRL ladder. Interim coach Kieran Four led the team through the match, which featured a six-all stalemate during much of the first half.

Police are offering rewards to solve the disappearance of Lauren Day, who went missing in October nearly 30 years ago. An inquest found Day was deceased after she was last seen driving a car with a tall male passenger.