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Poisoned Meal Trial: Three Dead, One Survivor

In July 2023, Erin Patterson served poisoned beef Wellingtons containing death cap mushrooms to her in-laws and another couple at her Leongatha home, resulting in three deaths and one survivor; the trial focused on whether it was an accident or intentional murder.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Rising Costs Force Australian Retailers to Axe Free Returns

Australian retailers are increasingly eliminating free returns due to rising costs, with only 14 percent offering this service in 2024 compared to 49 percent in 2018, impacting customer experience and sustainability, as some companies now landfill returned items.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Guilty Verdict in Australian Mushroom Murder Case

Erin Patterson was found guilty on Monday of murdering her in-laws by poisoning them with death cap mushrooms during a lunch at her Leongatha home on July 29, 2023; despite initial concerns, mushroom sales remain strong, highlighting the importance of only consuming commercially grown mushrooms.

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No Poverty
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Rising Costs and Gold Price Concerns Trigger Northern Star Share Price Plunge

Northern Star, Australia's leading gold miner, saw its share price fall 10.5% in five days and 18% in a month due to unexpectedly high production costs (\$2 billion capex increase) and concerns about a double peak in gold prices, potentially signaling a broader sector decline.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Australian Home Loan Arrears Shift to Melbourne and Sydney Suburbs

In March 2024, Melbourne and Sydney's outer suburbs, such as Craigieburn and Blacktown, showed the highest home loan arrears in Australia, a reversal from 2019 when Western Australia led; experts predict improvement with falling interest rates.

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No Poverty
smh.com.au
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Kew RSL Closed for Governance Failures

RSL Victoria ordered the closure of the Kew RSL sub-branch in Melbourne for one year, effective June 24, 2025, due to concerns about its support for veterans and families, governance issues, and non-compliance with RSL rules; other sub-branches will temporarily support local veterans.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Australia lobbies UNESCO to list Murujuga rock art despite emissions concerns

Australia is lobbying UNESCO to list the Murujuga rock art complex, despite a recommendation to reject the nomination due to nearby industrial emissions; the committee will decide this week.

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Life on Land
smh.com.au
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48,000 Queensland Nurses Initiate Strike Over Rejected Wage Offer

Queensland nurses and midwives launched stage 2 industrial action on Tuesday, refusing overtime and certain tasks due to a rejected 11 percent pay offer from the government; the union seeks a 13 percent increase to maintain "nation-leading wages", causing potential major disruptions to the state's h...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Gold Coast Politician to Stand Trial for Step-father's Murder

Former Gold Coast politician Ryan Bayldon-Lumsden will stand trial for allegedly murdering his stepfather, Robert Lumsden, in August 2023, following an argument. Phone searches revealed Bayldon-Lumsden sought information on escaping domestic violence the day before the death.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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WA Premier Advocates for Gas Reservation Policy Amidst Climate Concerns

Western Australian Premier Roger Cook urges other states to adopt a gas reservation policy similar to WA's, which has lowered gas prices since 2006 by requiring 15% of offshore gas for domestic use; however, this position is criticized by climate scientists.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Kaiser Reef's Henty Gold Mine Acquisition Boosts Production

Kaiser Reef's Henty gold mine acquisition, completed in mid-May, yielded 4,069 ounces of gold from 35,853 tonnes of ore in 1.5 months, achieving an 87.1% recovery rate and marking Kaiser's largest production quarter, transforming it into a multi-asset gold producer.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
smh.com.au
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Parramatta Approves \$276.8 Million Riverside Theatres Redevelopment

Parramatta City Council approved \$276.8 million for Riverside Theatres redevelopment, including a new 1500-seat theatre, addressing a \$93 million funding gap through diverse sources, with an expected opening in 2028.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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