Operation Shelter, a specialised police taskforce established after the Bondi terror attack, has been made a permanent 24-hour rapid response unit. Hundreds of officers armed with high-powered rifles will form the squad dedicated to targeting hate crimes. The unit will patrol and monitor threats around places of worship, transport hubs and public gatherings based on gathered intelligence.

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An 89-year-old man has been hospitalised after driving his Mercedes into the path of a train at the Victoria Street level crossing in Brunswick. The collision resulted in the Upfield line being suspended for most of the afternoon, though the driver is expected to make a full recovery despite his car being severely damaged.

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Two men, aged 40 and 43, attempted to carjack a 48-year-old father at knifepoint outside an elite Kew school in Melbourne. The offenders forced the man from his Mercedes but couldn't start the vehicle, fleeing on foot to hide in nearby bushes for over four hours before being arrested by police. Both men have been charged with carjacking and other offences, while the victim was uninjured but shaken.

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Two men, aged 29 and 24, have been arrested over the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian in a mistaken identity killing that has shocked Sydney. Heavily armed tactical officers raided homes in Kenthurst and Castle Hill, taking the men into custody less than 24 hours after Mr Baghsarian's remains were found dumped beside a golf course at Pitt Town. Police allege the pair acted as part of a joint criminal enterprise and say more arrests are likely as the investigation continues.

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New research reveals Australian parents want childcare subsidies expanded to cover grandparents, nannies and au pairs, not just traditional childcare centres. The current system doesn't accommodate parents who work shifts or have sick children, when standard childcare centres aren't available. Parents argue the cookie-cutter approach to childcare subsidies needs reform to reflect diverse family arrangements and work patterns.

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The St George Illawarra Dragons and Newcastle Knights visited the Las Vegas Raiders' facilities four days before the NRL season opener in Las Vegas. Dragons forward Luciano Leilua discussed the size differences between NFL and NRL players and the team's experience in Vegas ahead of their round one match. The NRL teams are in Las Vegas for the league's first regular season games to be played in the United States.

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Former Prince Andrew has been publicly criticised in the British House of Commons, with MPs calling him rude, arrogant and entitled during a rare parliamentary debate. British authorities have concluded searches in Berkshire as they investigate Andrew over allegations of misconduct whilst in public office during his time as trade envoy. The government has agreed to release documents relating to Andrew's role, with MPs sharing anecdotes of his behaviour including talking down government achievements to foreign dignitaries, demanding luxury accommodation, and inappropriate conduct.

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Savannah Guthrie has offered a $1 million reward for information about her 84-year-old mother Nancy, who was forcibly taken from her Arizona home 24 days ago. The family acknowledges Nancy, who has a serious heart condition, may no longer be alive but continues to hope for a miracle. FBI footage shows a masked man at Nancy's home, with speculation he may have visited multiple times before the suspected kidnapping.

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The Prime Minister's official residence, the Lodge in Canberra, was evacuated following a bomb threat made around 6pm. Anthony Albanese was taken to a secure location while Australian Federal Police conducted a three-hour search of the grounds. No device was found and no one was injured, with the Prime Minister safely returning after the all-clear was given.

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Prince Andrew faced unprecedented criticism in the British House of Commons, with MPs calling him rude, arrogant and entitled while discussing his time as British Trade Envoy. Parliament is pushing for the release of documents related to his appointment and tenure in the role, which is currently under police investigation. MPs shared previously quiet anecdotes about his behaviour, including inappropriate comments to dignitaries and military figures, extravagant travel demands, and failure to distinguish between public and private interests.

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