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Police investigate reported shooting in Sydneys Gregory Hills car park, no injuries reported. Area cordoned off, emergency vehicles on site. Detectives interview individuals, traffic restricted. Shoppers navigate open sections of car park. Situation fluid, updates to follow.

Caroline and Daniel, a married couple, discovered financial empowerment by listing their spare bedroom on Airbnb. Their success story is part of a growing trend, with fifty-six percent of Airbnb hosts reporting that short-term rentals help them meet the increasing cost of living. This additional income, often spent locally, contributes significantly to the Australian economy, supporting one hundred seven thousand jobs and adding over twenty billion dollars in 2024.

In the final stretch of the Formula One season, Lando Norris leads the championship with twelve points, followed by Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will determine the winner. While Norris and Piastri are teammates, the question of whether Piastri will be asked to help Norris secure the title remains unanswered. Piastri himself hasnt committed to the idea, and other drivers like George Russell believe it would be unfair. Norris, however, has stated he wouldnt ask Piastri for help, and McLarens team principal hinted at a team role for Piastri if it means securing the championship for one of their drivers.

The Pentagon has completed its review of the AUKUS security pact, confirming it has identified ways to strengthen the agreement. The review, initiated in July, aligns with President Trumps America First agenda and concludes that the pact aligns with Americas national security interests. The report emphasizes critical deadlines for all three countries, including Australia purchasing between three and five nuclear-powered submarines from the US, beginning in the early two thousand thirties. The reviews findings are a clear affirmation of the ongoing commitment to this crucial trilateral security partnership.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams issues executive orders to combat antisemitism, prohibiting discrimination against Israel and its citizens, and preventing city pension officials from supporting the BDS movement. These measures are seen as a response to vocal critic of Israel, Zohran Mamdani, who will become the citys first Muslim mayor. Mamdanis support for the Palestinian cause and his plans to have the NYPD enforce international arrest warrants against foreign political leaders, including Netanyahu, have caused concern within the citys Jewish community. Despite Mamdanis threats, Netanyahu confirms his plans to visit New York City.

Olive Perchlet Reintroduced in Golf Club Wetlands: A Rewilding Success The olive perchlet, a native freshwater fish extinct in South Australia for over four decades, has been successfully reintroduced into the Glenelg Golf Clubs wetlands. This marks a significant step in conservation efforts, as the species was once common in the Murray Darling Basin. The reintroduction is part of a rewilding program by the Nature Glenelg Trust, supported by Green Adelaide. The artificial wetland at the golf club, with its natural vegetation and clean, permanent water, provides an ideal habitat for the fish. The project aims to grow the olive perchlet population from five hundred to ten thousand by early next year, potentially offering a blueprint for future conservation efforts.

Health Minister Mark Butler warns social media companies, including Snapchat and Instagram, to address underage access to their platforms within five days, as children under sixteen are set to be banned from using social media to protect them online.

A quiet day on Wall Street sets the stage for Australian stocks, expected to follow suit. Unemployment claims remain low, indicating a stable jobs market. ASX two hundred futures up slightly, AUD gains, and European Stoxx six hundred index increases. Gold, oil, and iron ore see minor shifts, while Bitcoin dips. A benign opening anticipated for the Australian market.