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Source: Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission

“Snow is some distance away and it takes a lot of energy to melt it”
Davis makes around 1.5 million litres of its own water every year and another 250,000 litres is shipped in on RSV Nuyina.
In summer, drinking water is produced by pumping water from a high-saline tarn near the station into a reverse osmosis (RO), or desalination, plant.
In winter that tarn freezes over, forcing the station to rely on stored water.
“Although there is a lot of ice around Davis, melting it isn’t really an option,” Mr Wuersching said.
“The snow is some distance away and it takes a lot of energy to melt it. That’s the second challenge we have at Davis – power.
“We can’t solve the water problems without addressing the power problems.”
In November 2026, works will start at Davis station to install a second reverse osmosis plant. This will replace the existing one and will also incorporate a new seawater intake.
Salt water will be pumped out of the ocean and heated before it’s sent to the RO plants to be turned into drinking water (heating is required first to make the reverse osmosis process work most efficiently).
After that comes a new utilities building that will house the main powerhouse, trades and mechanical workshops. The old buildings will be dismantled and returned to Australia.

An architectural impression of how inside Davis research station will look after the upgrades. Photo: Hugh Broughton Architects

Source: New South Wales – News

About 6.30pm on Tuesday 24 June, a 29-year-old man was assaulted in a car park at Topham Mall, Waymouth Street, Adelaide.

It will be alleged he was set upon by three young males armed with a knife and a bottle and sustained significant lacerations.  The victim was taken to hospital by ambulance.  His injuries are not considered life-threatening.

Following investigations, Youth and Street Gangs Task Force attended a northern suburbs home today (Friday 27 June) and arrested three suspects.

A 15-year-old boy from Blakeview, a 16-year-old boy from Semaphore Park and a 20-year-old man from Brahma Lodge were all charged with aggravated assault cause harm.

The youths were refused police bail and will appear in the Adelaide Youth Court on Monday 30 June.

The 20-year-old man was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 10 August.

Police wish to reassure the public that this was not a random incident.

Source: Australian Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Industry

Today we’re issuing more invitations to the Government’s Economic Reform Roundtable.

The Roundtable is an important opportunity to build consensus for long term economic reform.

This initial group includes leading voices from business, unions, the community sector and our key economic institutions.

This is a representative group that we’re asking to provide ideas and build and advance consensus around them.

Each participant will play an important role in helping to shape our national reform priorities to boost productivity, strengthen our resilience and improve budget sustainability.

More invitations will be issued in tranches and in due course, as the agenda takes shape.

We will bring additional stakeholders, experts and representative groups to the Roundtable, including for specific days, sessions and topics.

There will also be opportunities outside of the Roundtable to contribute ideas to this reform process.

We know there’s broad interest and engagement in the Roundtable, including from the states and crossbench, and we will have more to say about their involvement.

Today we are also opening the public consultation process for the Roundtable.

People and organisations can submit proposals and ideas through the Treasury website.

We welcome proposals to improve productivity, build economic resilience in the face of global uncertainty, and strengthen budget sustainability that meet three important preconditions:

• Ideas should be in the national interest.
• Ideas or packages of ideas should be budget neutral at a minimum but preferably budget positive.
• Ideas should be specific and practical.

Submissions close 25 July 2025.

Economic Reform Roundtable invitations issued today

Danielle Wood, Chair, Productivity Commission

Sally McManus, Secretary, Australian Council of Trade Unions

Michele O’Neil, President, Australian Council of Trade Unions

Liam O’Brien*, Assistant Secretary, Australian Council of Trade Unions

Joseph Mitchell*, Assistant Secretary, Australian Council of Trade Unions

Bran Black, Chief Executive Officer, Business Council of Australia

Andrew McKellar, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Innes Willox, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Industry Group

Matthew Addison, Chair, Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia

Cassandra Goldie, Australian Council of Social Service

*These participants will attend as alternates for the Secretary and President of the ACTU.

Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies

The Albanese Government welcomes Export Finance Australia’s credit approved loan facility of up to US$150 million to shipbuilder Austal to help it expand its shipyard in Alabama in the United States.

Austal is an Australian success story, and support from Export Finance Australia will help it to deliver on recently awarded major contracts for the US Navy and US Coast Guard.

The expansion of Austal’s shipyard further deepens defence industrial cooperation with our key ally, the United States, and complements Australia’s investments into the sovereign industrial bases of AUKUS partners.

The finance will help fund the development and construction of a new assembly facility, waterfront improvements and a new ship lift system.

The expansion marks a major milestone for Austal, and it shows the strength of the Australian defence industry, its capabilities and support for our international partners.

Export Finance Australia’s loan facility is subject to completion of finance documentation and satisfaction of conditions precedent.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Trade and Tourism, Senator the Hon Don Farrell:

“The Albanese Government is backing Australian defence companies to grow and export their world-class capabilities by securing lucrative international contracts.

“This financial support from Export Finance Australia is another example of how the Albanese Government is providing support to Aussie businesses to expand and grow overseas.

“Austal’s expansion shows the strength of Australian businesses to export, invest and support shared Australian-US priorities such as defence.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Defence Industry, the Hon Pat Conroy MP:

“Austal’s investment into its United States shipyard demonstrates its commitment to support the United States’ domestic shipbuilding ambition and will deliver greater security and economic resilience for both Australia and the United States.

“I visited Austal’s shipyard in Mobile, Alabama last year and witnessed firsthand its contribution to the submarine industrial base in the United States, including manufacturing components for Virginia class submarines.

“In times of geopolitical uncertainty, closer defence industrial collaboration with our AUKUS partners will deliver major security and economic benefits.”

Source: New South Wales – News

Police wish to reassure the public that the accused a, 34-year-old local woman Tamika Chesser, remains in custody charged with murder, and that this was not a random incident.

Just before 3.30pm on Thursday 19 June, police and emergency services were called to a unit on Flinders Highway, Port Lincoln after reports of a small fire.

When police entered the property, they located a deceased man.  He is believed to be the occupant and Tamika’s partner, Julian Story, 39 years old.

It was a confronting scene for police and emergency services personnel as Julian’s body had been dismembered.   Julian’s head had been removed during the dismemberment and, despite extensive searches, has not yet been located.

Investigators believe Julian was killed around midnight on the Tuesday 17 June.

Police are trying to track Tamika’s movements in the week of the murder, particularly between midnight on Tuesday night and the report of the fire at 3.30 pm on Thursday afternoon.

Major Crime detectives have released images of the clothing she was wearing during this time in the hope that it will jog people’s memories.  Police are appealing to local residents to review any CCTV or dashcam footage they have which may assist the investigation. (Images below)

Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke said, “All murders cause pain and grief for victims’ families and friends.  The circumstances of this murder are particularly harrowing, confronting and distressing.  Major Crime detectives have spoken with Julian’s family who are devastated by his loss and also by the circumstances surrounding his death.

“We are releasing the details of this horrific crime because it is vital for Julian’s family to peacefully lay him to rest.

“We know that Tamika did not drive a vehicle and regularly walked around the township of Port Lincoln.  We are appealing to anyone who can help us to identify Tamika’s movements to please contact police.”

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can remain anonymous.

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Statement from Julian Story’s family:

On behalf of our family, we want to sincerely thank the South Australian Police, emergency services, and first responders for their compassion and professionalism during this devastating time. We are navigating an unimaginable loss, and your care has brought comfort amid the chaos. We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through. Your prayers, presence, and quiet strength mean more than words can say.
This will be our only statement. For any further information, please direct all enquiries to the South Australian Police.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force attended a large disturbance at Willowra community yesterday afternoon.

About 5pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of up to 60 people armed with various weapons involved in a disturbance. Two vehicles are also believed to have been deliberately set on fire.

Ti-Tree Police deployed to the community and the group dispersed.

Investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to make contact on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made via Crime Stopper on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The NT Police Force arrested an 18-year-old male after he allegedly assaulted a shop attendant in Millner yesterday afternoon.

About 2pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of male allegedly threatening shop attendants at a local grocery shop on Sabine Road. The male allegedly went behind the counter and attempted to open the register before the shop attendants and members of the public intervened.

One of the shop attendants was struck with a stapler that was thrown at his head causing a minor laceration. The male fled the scene before police arrival.

The Dog Operations Unit and Territory Safety Division officers responded. Patrol Dog Wedge was deployed and tracked the male to a location nearby where he was arrested without incident.

The 18-year-old male has since been charged with Assault with intent to steal, Assault a worker – Suffers harm and two counts of Assault a worker. He was remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court today.

Strike Force Trident has carriage of the investigation.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is urged to contact police on 131 444. You can make an anonymous report via Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000.

Source: Airservices Australia

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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

NT Police are investigating a large disturbance that occurred in Alice Springs in the early hours of this morning.

At 3:45am, police received a report of up to 30 people fighting, allegedly armed with various weapons, on Bougainvilia Avenue in East Side.

Police responded immediately and the group dispersed upon police arrival. No injuries were reported to police and high visibility patrols were commenced.

A 20-year-old male was located in possession of a knife and arrested. No further disturbance was identified.

Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference NTP2500065303. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

A 30-year-old male has been arrested after he escaped custody yesterday evening in Alice Springs.

Around 9:30pm, the male was arrested at a casino on Barrett Drive for engaging in disorderly behaviour and drinking in a public place.

As he was being walked to the police vehicle, two males aged 32 and 34 began harassing the police member maintaining custody of the offender.

The 30-year-old escaped custody and fled into the Todd River, evading police attempts to apprehend him.

Additional units attended and a cordon was established. At 10:20pm, the male was re-arrested without incident. He has since been charged with Escape from custody, Disorderly behaviour in a public place and Nuisance public drinking. He was bailed to appear in court on 29 July.

The 32 and 34-year-olds were taken into protective custody.

Anyone who witnesses crime or antisocial behaviour is urged to contact police on 131 444. In an emergency, dial 000. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.