Teen charged over fatal Sydney jet ski crash

Iran shoots down US helicopter near Hormuz

Iran has shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, with President Donald Trump vowing to respond to the attack. The two-man crew was rescued with minor injuries by an American drone boat. A Melbourne factory fire required over 70 firefighters to battle the blaze, with chemical fumes threatening nearby areas. AFL legend Neil Danaher's state funeral will be held at the MCG, honouring his 13-year battle with motor neurone disease and his legacy through the Fight MND Foundation. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Factory inferno sparks explosions north of Melbourne

A major factory fire erupted at a Campbell Field facility north of Melbourne late at night, requiring more than 70 firefighters to battle the blaze. The inferno caused flammable items to explode and threatened a nearby paint supply business, with emergency services responding to multiple triple zero calls from the public. Chemical fumes have been reported in the area, with crews remaining on scene to manage the ongoing situation. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

One Nation launches million-dollar donation drive

One Nation has launched a public donation campaign targeting Labor-held seats, including the Prime Minister's electorate, with advertisements across billboards, radio and television. The party aims to raise one million dollars by asking supporters to donate $29, mirroring Labor's own $27 donation drive. Recent polling shows One Nation has become the most popular political party in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Teen charged over fatal Sydney jet ski crash

A 15-year-old boy has been charged with dangerous navigation occasioning death and operating a recreational vessel negligently causing death following a jet ski crash in Sylvania Waters, Sydney South, on 22 July last year. The incident resulted in the death of 15-year-old Mitch Irvine, while the accused, who was 14 at the time and allegedly driving the jet ski, was critically injured and lost an arm. The boy is scheduled to appear in Children's Court on 22 July, exactly 12 months after the fatal crash. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

US helicopter downed by Iranian drone near Hormuz

A US Army Apache helicopter was shot down by an Iranian drone near the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman. The two pilots sustained minor injuries and were rescued by an American drone boat within hours. US President Donald Trump has vowed to respond to the incident, though the exact nature of the response remains unclear, while Iran's top negotiator has issued defiant statements despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.