Several killed in mass shooting at Idaho In-n-Out burger restaurant; Debate heats up at Garma over youth justice laws; And in sport, Australia set to top the Commonwealth Games medal table.
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- Several killed in mass shooting at Idaho In-n-Out burger restaurant
- Debate heats up at Garma over youth justice laws
- Australia set to top the Commonwealth Games medal table
Multiple people have been killed and others injured in a shooting at a fast-food restaurant in the US state of Idaho.
Police say the attack happened at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, near a busy shopping area.
The suspected gunman is also dead, and authorities say the threat to the community is over.
Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks says hundreds of witnesses are being interviewed.
"Today has been a very hard day here in Twin Falls. A tragic day. It was a very chaotic scene. What I can tell you at this time is this, is that we've had a shooting at the In-N-Out location that has resulted in fatalities."
Police are working to confirm the number of casualties and determine the gunman’s motive.
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Australians are being urged not to panic buy petrol as the federal government’s temporary fuel excise relief ends at midnight.
The measure was introduced after global oil prices rose because of the Middle East conflict, cutting fuel costs by 32 cents a litre before the saving was reduced to 16 cents last month.
Petrol prices are expected to rise over the coming days as service stations replenish their supplies.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen says panic buying would put unnecessary pressure on the fuel supply chain.
"I ask people to buy as much fuel as they need, no more, no less. We saw, you know, a similar increase last month, and you know, we didn't really see a massive increase in demand. I would hope that that continues, because you know, when we see massive increases in demand, all of a sudden that's what puts huge pressure on the supply chain, which means it's difficult for everyone."
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Australia may be facing its first mass wildlife death event from H5 bird flu, after more than 80 dead and sick birds were found off South Australia’s southeast coast.
Helicopter surveillance found 49 dead greater crested terns and another 35 sick birds at Baudin Rocks, near Robe.
Samples are being tested, but authorities believe the deaths are likely to be linked to bird flu.
Six other birds, including three silver gulls, are also suspected of carrying the virus.
The national bird total has climbed to 53 confirmed cases across five states, with experts warning the spread is accelerating.
South Australia’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Skye Fruean, says the outbreak is entering a more serious phase.
"We knew that this would happen at some point in time unfortunately. So because we can't stop the spread once it gets into wildlife. At some point in time, we are likely to see large numbers of sick and dead animals. And unfortunately, we do have that situation here in South Australia which until we have the test results, we don't know. But of course, we're expecting that will be bird flu related."
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As day three of the Garma Festival gets under way in northeast Arnhem Land, a local Northern Territory MP has accused the Country Liberal Party government of putting Aboriginal families and culture at further risk through its bail and youth justice reforms.
Independent member for Mulka, Yingiya Mark Guyula, says the changes will further damage Indigenous communities.
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has rejected the criticism, saying the reforms are designed to protect children.
Mr Guyula says the government is ignoring Aboriginal people and their calls for community-led solutions.
"Each time, the CLP passed these laws they take part in a slow genocide for our people. Each law is another step to killing our people and culture. We want community-led solutions, but they say: oh no, we think we know what is best for you."
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Australia is on track to top the Commonwealth Games medal table for a 10th straight Games.
It has won 63 gold medals and 154 overall, with competition entering its final day in Glasgow.
The Dolphins have led the charge, while Kyle Chalmers became Australia’s most successful Commonwealth Games swimmer with a record 10th gold medal.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised the team.
"I just want to give a shout out to all the fantastic athletes who've been competing and representing Australia at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. And whether you've won gold, silver, or bronze, or simply done your best, the whole of Australia is proud of you."
