Donald Trump convenes urgent cabinet meetings at Camp David following US strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and mine-laying boats around the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran has vowed retaliation after the attacks, which the White House claims were conducted in self-defence. The conflict threatens a recently established ceasefire, with approximately 900 pounds of enriched uranium—enough for nine nuclear bombs—remaining a key unresolved issue in potential negotiations.

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Silos Estate in Berry, New South Wales, is a multi-faceted destination featuring a winery, hotel, restaurant, alpaca farm, and helipad. The estate offers wine tasting experiences, including award-winning sparkling red wines, and welcomes visitors for various activities beyond traditional winery tours. Weather presenter Katie Brown broadcasts from the location, sampling the estate's wines while delivering the morning weather forecast.

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Brisbane City Council has repaired over 1,800 potholes in five days during an intensive road maintenance blitz. Crews worked at a record pace of one repair every two minutes following weeks of consistent heavy rain that damaged city roads. The council has allocated $90 million for road repairs this year.

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Energy Minister Chris Bowen defends the $150 million budget allocated for Australia's presidency of COP negotiations at the UN's climate conference, including $50 million for the conference itself and $100 million for broader Pacific engagement. More than 100 bureaucrats have been assembled for the role, with $485,602 spent on business class international travel in January and February alone. The interview also covers the government's capital gains tax reforms and their impact on housing affordability and small businesses.

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A Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Hong Kong experienced severe turbulence that caused the aircraft to drop twice without warning during breakfast service. The incident sent passengers and crew flying into the ceiling, with food and service carts scattered throughout the cabin. Ten people were injured, including six cabin crew and four passengers, with two Australians among those hurt, though no injuries were life-threatening.

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Neil Danaher has passed away after a 13-year battle with motor neurone disease. The founder of Fight MND and creator of the Big Freeze fundraising event leaves behind a legacy of courage and community leadership. His organisation has raised significant funds for MND research, with two Australians diagnosed with the disease every day and two losing their lives daily.

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National Senator Bridget McKenzie charged taxpayers $259 for a flight from Devonport to Melbourne following her son's engagement party, and later claimed $853 for travel to his wedding. The senator maintains she followed parliamentary rules and conducted work during these trips, though questions arise about whether the work or family celebrations were scheduled first. The incident follows similar controversies involving other politicians, including Annika Wells who spent $100,000 on parliamentary expenses, prompting calls for stricter oversight by the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority.

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ASIO's director warns Australians to prepare for more terror attacks following revelations that calls about one of the Bondi gunmen were made to the national terror hotline as early as 2007. The disclosure raises questions about intelligence agency responsiveness and the effectiveness of warning systems, with comparisons drawn to other cases where reported threats were not adequately investigated. Calls are being made for increased funding and independent oversight of security agencies to better protect Australian citizens.

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Four women and their children, who have been living in Syrian camps for seven years after travelling to ISIS-controlled territory, are returning to Australia. Their arrival has sparked debate about whether they should undergo mandatory de-radicalisation programs and what legal consequences they may face. The government's handling of their return raises questions about transparency, security protocols, and whether they will be charged with any crimes upon arrival.

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Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.5% in April, marking the first signs of softening in the job market after an extended period of strength. The labour market is shifting from the 'Great Resignation' era to a phenomenon called 'job hugging', where workers are reluctant to change jobs due to high cost of living, elevated interest rates, and growing uncertainty around AI-driven job cuts in the technology sector. This trend is also reducing entrepreneurship and self-employment, potentially impacting overall productivity.

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