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Betts, a 134-year-old family-owned shoe retailer, is closing more than half its stores across Australia after calling in voluntary administrators. Twenty out of 35 stores will shut their doors as the company focuses on strengthening remaining locations and expanding its online presence.

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Taylor Swift's wedding, dubbed the wedding of the century, is rumoured to be taking place on 3rd July at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Fans have been deciphering clues from deliveries arriving at the venue, including a grand piano, while the New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch inadvertently confirmed the event during a briefing about major weekend events. The mystery surrounding the highly anticipated celebration continues to deepen as speculation mounts.

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Neil the Seal, a five-year-old southern elephant seal in Tasmania, has become a viral sensation for his cheeky behaviour, including chewing traffic cones and flattening fences. Wildlife authorities are warning that people are getting too close to the one-tonne animal, ignoring the 20-metre distance requirement and putting both themselves and Neil at risk. Officials say relocation or euthanasia could become necessary if the public continues to disregard safety advice, though such measures would only be considered as a last resort.

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Health authorities are warning about a surge in unapproved peptide products purchased online, with hospital reports linking these drugs to serious side effects including liver damage and severe allergic reactions. The TGA has issued a renewed warning urging Australians to avoid these products and only use medicines supplied through local pharmacies.

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Victor Willis, founding member and frontman of legendary disco group The Village People, has died at age 74 after a short illness. Willis co-wrote some of the 1970s' biggest hits including YMCA and Macho Man, with the group selling 100 million records worldwide.

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Dallas McInerney, Chief Executive of Catholic Schools New South Wales, has stood aside after ICAC revealed an investigation into whether he signed off on illegal political donations. The corruption watchdog's inquiry will examine several Liberal Party powerbrokers, including two brothers of former Premier Dominic Perrottet. McInerney offered to step aside for the duration of the ICAC matter.

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Police have launched Operation Waratah to identify 15 people wanted for questioning over violent crimes and sexual offences committed on Sydney's public transport network. Images of the suspects are being displayed across the transport system. Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance, with information able to be provided by calling 1800 333 000.

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Four teenage boys were arrested in dawn raids across Sydney's southwest for their alleged involvement in a violent home invasion at Greenacre on June 6. The teenagers allegedly stormed a house, demanded cash from a safe, and sliced off a 23-year-old man's left hand with a machete during a targeted robbery. The victim has undergone surgery to reattach his hand but may never regain full use of it, while police express concern about young offenders with no prior criminal history committing serious violent crimes.

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Secret recordings of reality TV star Matt Wright have been released by the Northern Territory Supreme Court, revealing evidence from his trial related to a fatal helicopter crash. The court found Wright had a history of failing to record flight hours in logbooks to avoid maintenance costs, with pilots routinely disconnecting the Hobbs meter. Wright has served his sentence for attempting to pervert the course of justice.

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Karl Stefanovic breaks down in tears during an interview with Piers Morgan, discussing his departure from the Today Show and the impact on his wife. The former breakfast TV host reveals he had planned to leave at the end of the year but was removed from his position earlier than expected. Stefanovic becomes emotional when reflecting on how his wife has dealt with the public scrutiny and controversy surrounding his exit.

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