Childcare workers secure extended pay rise deal

Europe swelters through deadly record heatwave

Europe is experiencing a deadly heatwave with France recording its hottest day ever at 44 degrees Celsius on the west coast, while parts of Spain also reach 44 degrees and Italy declares a red alert. Paris and half of France are under red heatwave warnings, with the Eiffel Tower closing to tourists and approximately 40 drowning deaths reported since last week. Railway tracks are warping in Switzerland, emergency meetings have been convened, and fires are breaking out as the extreme temperatures create drought conditions across mainland Europe. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Senate rebukes Trump as Strait of Hormuz reopens

The U.S. Senate has approved a War Powers Resolution calling for an end to the war against Iran, marking a rare rebuke of President Trump. Shipping data shows 39 vessels navigated through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, representing the busiest three-day period since the war began, though still well below the pre-conflict average of 138 vessels daily. Both the U.S. and Iran appear committed to keeping the crucial waterway open, with experts noting it will take time for shipping companies to regain confidence. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Calls for shark summit after four NSW attacks

Four shark attacks have occurred within 48 hours in New South Wales, prompting calls for an emergency shark summit. A great white shark was spotted off Bondi coast and detected by drone surveillance. Northern Beaches MP Jackie Scrooby is calling for year-round drone monitoring beyond the current summer-only deployment, following the NSW budget's allocation of $85 million for shark technology and swimmer protection measures. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Daryl Braithwaite retires from live performances

Melbourne-born music legend Daryl Braithwaite has announced his retirement from live performances after a six-decade career spanning from his time as Sherbet frontman in the early 1970s to his hugely successful solo career. The singer revealed that physical challenges have made it increasingly difficult for him to sing comfortably, taking the joy out of performing. His iconic hit 'Horses' has become a multi-generational anthem, particularly celebrated at the Cox Plate race day at Moonee Valley. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

South Australia tests dead birds for H5N1 bird flu

South Australia has discovered two dead seabirds on a remote beach at Fallis Bay, which are being tested for the highly contagious H5N1 bird flu strain. Authorities are concerned about potential spread to the poultry and dairy industries, which could impact supermarket prices. The discovery follows similar cases in Western Australia, where chicken coops have already been shut down as a precautionary measure. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.