Stories from Australia

Australian authorities are investigating virtual media fraud involving four banks. The investigation follows reports that while technology giants hold valuations of $10 trillion, they paid only $366 million in taxes last year.

Judge Terrence Palmer found Lemme Musa not guilty of murder and of endangering the life, health, and safety of his stepmother on the grounds of insanity.

Northern Territory Police confirmed that Jefferson Lewis, the alleged killer of Kumangai baby Jefferson Lewis, has been assessed and deemed fit for custody. Police have not disclosed Lewis's exact location, citing safety reasons.

The Bureau of Meteorology reported that Darwin's wet season from October to April was the fourth wettest on record. Rainfall at Darwin Airport reached 2,400mm, which is 44% higher than the average. Catherine also experienced rainfall approximately 40% higher than average.

West Coast Eagles player Bequowder stated that a 27-year-old player is working to rediscover his best form ahead of a match against Richmond at Perth Stadium. The player has struggled with accuracy in his past four matches.

A bar in Hobart has been found not guilty of selling counterfeit versions of a popular whiskey brand. The bar, Salamanca Bar, is owned by Mori. Magistrate Andrew McPhee dismissed charges against Mori and his company, Salamanca Bar, which trades as the Salamanca Whiskey Bar.

Canberra Raiders hooker Jaden Brailey stated the team cannot feel sorry for themselves following a poor start to the NRL season. The Raiders have lost five of their first eight games and are currently ranked 14th on the league ladder. Brailey said it is up to senior players to lift the side out of its current form.

A child was abducted and murdered in the Northern Territory, with officials suggesting the incident may involve sexual abuse. The Northern Territory Coroner is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the case.

Northern Territory Police have moved the alleged killer, Jefferson Lewis, to Darwin. Lewis is expected to be charged following unrest outside the hospital where he was previously held. The move follows a period of unrest near the hospital in Alice Springs.

A couple in Western Australia who were expecting triplets has instead delivered quadruplets. The birth was described as a surprise fourth baby following the initial expectation of triplets.