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Australia urged to follow the UK and secure an exemption from higher US steel tariffs; a no-confidence motion moved against the Tasmanian Premier; and in sport, calls to adjust scheduling at the French Open so more female players are featured in marquee night sessions

Authorities push back on calls for an independent inquiry into an Alice Springs death in custody; The UN demands an independent probe into deaths at Gaza aid points; And in sport, a new call for flares to be allowed back at Australian football games.

In this bulletin, the United Nations demands immediate independent investigation into killing of Palestinians seeking aid, trade unions welcome minimum wage increase. And in sport, the Socceroos says more World Cup places doesn't reduce the urgency to book their place in the tournament early.

In today's bulletin, New South Wales pledges half a billion dollars to combat domestic violence, the Trump Administration sets a new deadline on trade offers. And in sport, Australia's new tennis import Daria Kasatkina thanks her adopted home after her French Open loss.

West Australian Senator Dorinda Cox defects from the Greens party; Russia and Ukraine talks have concluded in Istanbul; The Matildas secure a 4-1 victory over Argentina in their Canberra friendly.

Anthony Albanese noncommittal in respionse to U-S calls to increase defence spending... a nationalist candidate wins the Polish presidential election... and Football Australia defends the long wait to appoint a new Matildas coach, after Joe Montemurro finally gets the job

The federal government considers whether or not to challenge U-S tariffs at the World Trade Organisation... a close call in the Polish election... and Joe Montemurro appointed as new Matildas coach

Israel to investigate after Palestinians were killed and wounded trying to access aid in Gaza; Mourning in Sydney after an Alice Springs Aboriginal death in custody; And in sport, Daria Kasatkina secures her spot in the fourth round of the French Open.

The Defence Minister says Australia is open to discuss further increases to defence spending; At least 7 people killed in a bridge collapse in Russia; And in sport, Novak Djokovic secures his 99th career French Open victory.

A Stolen Generations survivor says the new redress scheme in Western Australia is an important moment for healing; Concerns over the new aid model in Gaza; And in sport, Australian Chris Harper wins stage 20 of the Giro d'Italia.

Richard Marles warns China's nuclear build-up poses grim threat to Asia-Pacific; Volunteers lead flood clean-up as thousands of New South Wales homes left damaged; And in sport, Melbourne City clinch A-League title in historic derby grand final.

Pressure mounts for prime minister Albanese to meet with US President Trump after new steel tariffs announced; The New South Wales government and rail union strike a deal in the Fair Work Commission; And in sport, Alexei Popyrin reaches the final 16 in the French Open for the first time.

More uncertainty for Australian steel producers as Trump promises to double tariffs; Germany re-thinking arm sales to Israel over Gaza concerns; And in sport, Olympic champion boxer Imane Khelif ordered to undergo mandatory sex testing.

Northern Territory Police reject calls for an independent death-in-custody probe in Alice Springs; Chaotic scenes in Gaza at a food aid distribution site; And in sport, an anti-violence video campaign launched at the Collingwood Hawthorn AFL game.

The final makeup of the federal Senate announced .... another Indigenous death in custody in the Northern Territory... and calls for Canberra Raiders forward Corey Horsburgh to be recalled to Queensland's State of Origin team.

The opposition urges the Prime Minister to take up any invitation to visit Israel... the federal government say it has no plans for a sugar tax, despite another campaign for one... and Alex De Minaur urges reforms to the men's tennis calendar after his elimination from the French Open

Australia continues to push for removal of US tariffs, following a court ruling; Israel reportedly signs off on the latest US ceasefire proposal for Gaza; the Blues win the shield for the Women's State of Origin after game three.

Israel's President says he'd like Anthony Albanese to visit... more drama over the appointment of Victoria's incoming Police Chief Commissioner.... and, in football, Chelsea's Enzo Maresca says their Conference League triumph can be a stepping stone to bigger things

Barnaby Joyce vows to keep campaigning against net-zero targets in the coalition... a US court blocks Donald Trump's tariffs... and Billy Slater says Queensland must be more disciplined, after their loss in the opening State of Origin game

In this bulletin, a couple found dead in far north Queensland, mounting pressure for an inquiry after the dead of an indigenous man in custody. And in sport, New South Wales wins the first State of Origin match of the year.

Sussan Ley announces joint coalition cabinet and ministry... Israeli forces accused of killing Palestinians attempting to reach aid... and a Socceroos star returns to the A-League

The Liberal and National parties strike a deal to reunite... David McBride loses his appeal... and not even the weather can stop Novak Djokovic at the French Open

A man dead after being restrained by police in Alice Springs; At least five killed in a chemical plant explosion in China; Alex de Minaur gets his French Open campaign underway with a victory over Serbian Laslo Djere.

In this bulletin, the Prime Minister visits flood-hit communities in New South Wales, Western Australia's Stolen Generation survivors are now eligible for redress. And in Football, the Matildas' sub in new players, with big names off the roster for upcoming games

In this bulletin, Labor MP Ed Husic calls for targeted sanctions against Israel; Reconciliation Week begins; and in Tennis, Australian Open champion Madison Keys defeats Daria Saville at the French Open.

An Australian man arrested in Bali on drug smuggling charges; Looting becomes a concern in flood hit northern New South Wales; Australia's Alexei Popyrin through to the second round of the French Open.

In this bulletin, dozens of army personnel fly into flood zones to aid the recovery in New South Wales, a furious Donald Trump says he's considering sanctions on Russia. And in sport, the Matildas prepare for their clash against Argentina on Friday night.

In this bulletin, the Prime Minister defends the government's stance on Gaza, a powerful cold front is expected to make the flood recovery more difficult in New South Wales. And in cycling, Carlos Verona claims his first Grand Tour Stage win.

About 32,000 residents on the Mid North Coast remain isolated as floodwaters recede; Some economists say a proposed super tax bill may create unfair outcomes; And in sports, Lando Norris wins the Monaco Grand Prix.

Flood clean-up begins in New South Wales amid fears of more severe weather; ASEAN host urges region to speak out against Israeli forces atrocities in Gaza; And in tennis, Australian teen Maya Joint powers through to her maiden W-T-A tour title.

Interstate teams deployed to help flood-hit communities in New South Wales; Advocates for Stolen Generations survivors call for support ahead of National Sorry Day; And in football, Matildas players help Arsenal win the Women's Champions League final.

The clean-up continues after deadly floods in New South Wales; An Israeli air strike in Gaza hits the home of a doctor, killing nine of her 10 children; And in football, Melbourne Victory book a spot in the A-League grand final.

Massive clean up efforts underway for residents in Taree; Kyiv under attack as Ukraine, Russia begin major prisoner swap; In sport, Tottenham fans welcome their Europa League winners back home.

Boats and helicopters supplying New South Wales communities cut-off by floodwaters; Donald Trump imposes a 50 per cent tariff on the European Union; And in sport, Australia's Oscar Piastri crashes during practice for Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix.

A fifth person dies in northern New South Wales flooding; Around a dozen people injured in a stabbing attack at a German train station; And in sport, thousands gather for the annual AFL Long Walk with former Essendon great Michael Long.

In this bulletin, four dead, several missing as an east coast storm heads south… Millions of people across New South Wales are warned of transport delays. And in AFL, Geelong midfielder Bailey Smith reignites a Bulldogs feud with post-match swipe at his former club.

In this bulletin, deadly east coast floods shift south as clean-up begins in New South Wales, Donald Trump strips Harvard University of visa rights, accusing it of ties to China and antisemitism. And in tennis, a tough run ahead for champions in the French Open.

Two more people dead in flooding in northern New South Wales; Authorities identify the Israeli embassy couple shot dead in Washington; Australian rider Kaden Groves misses out on a second stage win at the Giro D'Italia.

The federal coalition split may be short-lived... two now dead in New South Wales flooding... and Ange Postecoglou says his historic Europa League victory can be a springboard for the future of Tottenham.

National Party Leader David Littleproud warns his party shouldn't be underestimated, despite its divorce from the Liberal Party... Australia looks to deepen ties with Vanuatu... and Australian Ange Postecoglou creates history, as Tottenham win the Europa League final.

The Nationals defend their split from the Liberals amid hope for a reunion; Donald Trump repeats genocide claims in a meeting with South Africa's President; Calls to reverse the falling number of First Nations A-F-L players.

The UN warns 14,000 infants could die within two days if aid doesn't reach Gaza; Defence force steps in to help rescue teams as flooding inundates New South Wales; And in sport, West Australia's Talia Gibson qualifies for a grand slam for the first time.