World's largest drone shark patrol launches in NSW

Chester Hill shooting; border security concerns; Venezuela earthquake recovery

Multiple shootings and security incidents dominate Sydney and Queensland news. More than 30 bullets were fired at a Chester Hill home from a white SUV in a suspected targeted attack, while a dozen foreign nationals allegedly smuggled into Queensland via Cape York have been removed from the country. A former Sydney childcare worker awaits sentencing for filming and possessing child abuse material involving ten young boys across six centres. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Daredevils arrested after Empire State Building proposal

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's spire, over 1,400 feet in the air, where one proposed marriage while unfurling a banner reading 'When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace.' The illegal midday stunt sparked 911 calls and air traffic control alerts, with the building evacuated as hundreds watched from below. The couple, known for gravity-defying stunts featured in a documentary, were arrested and charged with reckless endangerment and burglary. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis

Danny Glover, the 79-year-old Lethal Weapon actor, has publicly revealed his Alzheimer's disease diagnosis, which came shortly after he received an Honorary Oscar in 2022. He acknowledges that his movements, speech and memory have slowed, but maintains he can live with the condition and believes there is still work to do as life continues. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Betts shoe retailer closes half its stores

Betts, a 134-year-old family-owned shoe retailer, is closing more than half its stores across Australia after calling in voluntary administrators. Twenty out of 35 stores will shut their doors as the company focuses on strengthening remaining locations and expanding its online presence. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Taylor Swift's wedding mystery deepens in New York

Taylor Swift's wedding, dubbed the wedding of the century, is rumoured to be taking place on 3rd July at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Fans have been deciphering clues from deliveries arriving at the venue, including a grand piano, while the New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch inadvertently confirmed the event during a briefing about major weekend events. The mystery surrounding the highly anticipated celebration continues to deepen as speculation mounts. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.