A devastating tragedy struck a Sunshine Coast family on Christmas Day, resulting in the loss of a loving father, partner, and friend. Sam Platt, a 33-year-old cabinet-maker and passionate dirt bike rider, took his own life, leaving behind his partner Meghan Cross and their three young children. This heartbreaking event has sparked a desperate plea for better men’s mental health support, highlighting the importance of seeking help and breaking the silence surrounding mental illness. The Struggle is Real: A Family’s Story Sam was a hard worker, a wonderful dad, and a loving partner. However, behind closed doors, he was struggling…
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A tragic car accident has shaken the small community of Yirrkala in the Northern Territory’s East Arnhem region, leaving four people dead. The crash occurred on Wednesday morning, just after 7:15 am, on Gunyipinya Rd. What Happened? A grey Toyota Corolla, reported stolen from a home in Nhulunbuy about 18km north, was seen driving dangerously around the Yirrkala Community. The car crashed head-on with a Toyota Prado, resulting in the deaths of three occupants of the Corolla and one person inside the Prado. Another person in the Prado suffered minor injuries. Investigation Underway The police are still investigating the incident…
If you’re returning to work this week in Sydney and parts of NSW, be sure to pack your umbrella. The region is expecting a week of rain showers and thunderstorms, putting an end to the recent New Year heatwave. Cooler Temperatures Ahead The heatwave that had been gripping the area has finally fizzled out, and temperatures are expected to be much cooler than they have been. Today and tomorrow, central and eastern NSW can expect highs of 24 degrees, a whopping 10 degrees cooler than the weekend. Severe Storms on the Way According to BOM Meteorologist Dean Narramore, some of…
In an incredible turn of events, 23-year-old Hadi Nazari, who disappeared while hiking in Kosciuszko National Park almost two weeks ago, has been found alive. NSW Police confirmed the news on Wednesday afternoon, bringing an end to a massive search and rescue operation. The Search Effort Nazari, a student from Berwick in Melbourne’s outer south-east, went missing on Boxing Day after becoming separated from his friends during a multi-day hike. The last time he was seen was around 2:30 pm on December 26, descending the Hannels Spur trail. A multi-agency search team, including police, the State Emergency Service, ambulance, VRA…
The Australian Greens are pushing for a nationwide ban on junk food advertisements, citing concerns over the health and wellbeing of children. This comes after South Australia introduced a policy banning unhealthy food and drink ads on public transport. A Step in the Right Direction, But More Needs to Be Done Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young welcomed the move, but emphasised that it’s just the beginning. “If a ban on junk food ads on buses, trains, and trams can make a difference, then a ban on TV and online ads is absolutely vital to drive real change,” she said. The senator…