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Artist Turns Scrap Metal Into Portraits | Sydney News

Jenna Pickering, a 26-year-old Pilbara artist, is turning discarded metal and wood into breathtaking portraits, using found materials to honor local subjects—now with over 100K followers and a spot as a finalist in ABC’s Portrait Artist of the Year. Just three months ago, she quit her job to chase her art full-time, embracing the grit of uneven surfaces for the soulful, sustainable results her audience adores. Her work shines at the Cossack Art Awards, Australia’s richest regional prize with a $97K pool and 300+ artworks displayed in historic stone buildings—where over 80 pieces sold in three days, cementing the Pilbara’s rise as a creative powerhouse. The exhibition runs until August 9. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4b22e8998115f707

Prince George Heads to Eton | Sydney News

Prince George turns 13 and is set to join his dad at Eton College this fall — a major milestone as the heir apparent prepares for his royal future. Born in 2013, George has already stepped into big royal moments, from the balcony at Trooping the Colour to helping his grandfather at the coronation, always staying composed — even while watching out for his younger siblings. Raised with a mix of normalcy and royal duty, he’s been homeschooled with his siblings at Lambrook School and has shown early interests in football, tennis, and helicopters. With his parents nearby in Windsor and a carefully planned path ahead, George’s Eton debut marks the start of his deeper dive into statecraft — and the beginning of his journey to the throne. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/821f7a31b02e9cd5

Macquarie’s Leadership Transition | Sydney News

Macquarie Group is poised for a leadership transition as long-serving CEO Shemara Wikramanayake steps down this November after eight years at the helm — a tenure marked by major growth and navigating the pandemic. Her successor, Greg Ward, a veteran with deep roots at the firm since 1996 and former CFO, will take the reins, bringing a proven track record in retail banking and a strong vision to build on Macquarie’s momentum. The board praises Wikramanayake’s legacy of global expansion and brand strength, signaling a smooth handover as Ward prepares to steer the investment giant into its next chapter. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7ba18c39fabf846c

Arokodare Stunt Halts Wolves Training | Sydney News

Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare sparked chaos by sitting on the pitch and demanding a move to Fiorentina, forcing the new manager Cesar Peixoto to cancel training. Despite the club already accepting a transfer offer to Trabzonspor, Arokodare insists on Italy and denies any misconduct, claiming he’s focused on training. Still, he’ll miss the upcoming friendly — and the drama isn’t over. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cf794935f13769c3

North West Queensland’s Crop Revolution | Sydney News

North West Queensland is poised to transform from a cattle-driven region into a major cropping powerhouse, aiming for a $100 million annual boost in grain and pulse production and 100,000 cotton bales by 2035. Backed by a $5 million research investment and strong industry support, farmers are betting on diversification—not just for profits, but for flood resilience, planting crops like cotton just after rain while levees hold. Starting in Hughenden, Richmond, and Julia Creek, the plan targets long-term viability with region-specific crop varieties, though cotton gins and secure water access remain critical hurdles. With draft water plans now open for public input, the momentum is building to turn this cattle country into a new agricultural engine. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b7aa93280a83e1a3