Stories from Australia

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns vowed his government and the state police force will fully implement recommendations from a Royal Commission regarding gun safety. The recommendations include increasing security procedures for high-risk Jewish festivals and events. Commissioner Bell is required to submit a final report and recommendations by December 14. This follows an anti-Semitic attack at Bondi Beach one year ago. The Royal Commission's first hearing block begins next week. The broadcast will include an interview with the head of police recruitment. The species has been bred in captivity for the first time. Experts noted a teething period is required to determine the specific triggers needed for successful breeding. The study involves raising frogs to the frog stage to measure fitness levels and reproductive capacity.

An inquiry has issued 14 recommendations aimed at strengthening Australia's counter-terrorism capabilities. An interim report has issued 14 recommendations to address security concerns for the Australian Jewish community. Proposed measures include strengthening policing around high-risk Jewish events and reviewing counter-terrorism teams. Public hearings for the Royal Commission are scheduled to begin this week. The report follows concerns regarding safety and unease within the community. The centre will be led by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO). Its mission is to identify and deter online extremism, specifically targeting radicalization on gaming platforms and chat rooms. Infrastructure Minister Catherine King stated her team will work to reorient existing projects to create a reliable network for this purpose.

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas defended a redevelopment project despite record debt in South Australia and closures of regional emergency departments. Malinauskas stated the asset will be utilized by the state 51 weeks of the year.

The National Drug Research Institute reported that illicit alcohol consumption is increasing in Victoria. Researchers visited over 100 bottle shops during the past year and identified at least 30 stores carrying up to 14 different illicit alcohol brands. Police are investigating if this underground market is connected to recent attacks on an alcohol distribution centre and several hospitality venues in Melbourne. Alcohol policy expert Nick Taylor stated the investigation has helped identify the issue. The investigation is expanding into New South Wales to check for spirits being sold at implausible price points. The probe focuses on products that are distinctly cheaper than other market offerings.

Police are searching for two thieves and a getaway driver following a robbery at a high-end store in Sydney's eastern suburbs. A stolen Volkswagen was driven through the front of the business in Double Bay during the heist.

AHB is facing competition from companies that manufacture and sell mattresses in compact boxes. These products are sold online and delivered to homes the next day.

The bed retailer AHB has entered administration due to serious financial challenges. Owner Gary Beard told The Telegraph that the company may survive if Australian consumers support the brand by purchasing Australian-made beds.

Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Siviraman reported conducting 27 consultations and speaking to hundreds of people. Siviraman stated that the volume indicates people still have faith in the Human Rights Commission.

Ivana Lola-Cio will make her Origin debut at centre for the Queensland side. The roster change moves Shanae Sazulka to the bench and removes Brianna Clarke from the 17-player squad.

Woolworths share prices fell by approximately 8 percent following a third quarter trading update. The slump occurred amid broader market movements including a 14.5 percent surge in Brent Crude prices over a 24-hour period. Energy stocks saw gains during the same period.