Seraphina Hayes

A composite image depicting a protest in Sydney with a diverse group of Australian-Israelis holding signs demanding the recognition of Palestine, featuring the Palestinian flag and messages like "Recognize Palestine" and "UN General Assembly."

Australia’s Palestine Recognition Sparks Controversy

Seraphina Hayes4 months ago1 week ago03 mins

Sydney, September 9, 2025 – Australia is set to recognise Palestine as a state at the upcoming 80th United Nations General Assembly, a move announced by the Foreign Affairs Minister. The decision aims to boost momentum towards a two-state solution and secure a ceasefire in Gaza. However, the timing has ignited a firestorm of debate…

Two racehorses, Sir Delius and Vauban, stand on a green racetrack field, held by trainers in dark uniforms. The horses are adorned with racing gear, with a racetrack and clear sky in the background, symbolizing their preparation for the Melbourne and Sydney Cups in September 2025 under the guidance of trainer Gai Waterhouse.

Sir Delius and Vauban Set to Blaze Separate Trails in Spring Cups Campaigns

Seraphina Hayes4 months ago1 week ago03 mins

The horse racing community is buzzing with excitement as Sir Delius and Vauban, two top-tier contenders, prepare to take divergent routes this spring, targeting the legendary Melbourne and Sydney Cups. The strategic decision, revealed through a Just Horse Racing post on X, showcases the clever planning by their training teams to maximise their shot at…

A somber composite image featuring a woman with a serious expression behind prison bars, superimposed over a courtroom scene with judges. Flanking her are two plates of beef Wellington, one on a tan plate and the other on a grey plate, surrounded by death cap mushrooms.

Erin Patterson Jailed for Life Over Deadly Mushroom Lunch

Seraphina Hayes4 months ago1 week ago06 mins

In a case that has gripped the nation, Erin Patterson, a 50-year-old mother of two from Victoria, has been sentenced to life in prison with a non-parole period of 33 years and 15 months of solitary confinement for the chilling murder of three relatives using death cap mushrooms. The sentencing, handed down today in the…

Two motorcyclists, Josh Waters (left) and Anthony West (right), racing closely on their superbikes at Phillip Island. Waters' red bike (No. 10) and West's blue bike (No. 7) navigate a wet and dry track, highlighting their intense rivalry in the ASBK Championship.

Waters and West Shine in Thrilling ASBK Round at Phillip Island

Seraphina Hayes4 months ago1 week ago06 mins

PHILLIP ISLAND, VIC – Round 6 of the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) delivered a ripper of a weekend at Phillip Island, with seasoned campaigners Josh Waters and Anthony West stealing the show in challenging conditions. The two-day meet, held on September 6-7 and backed by the Victorian Government’s Significant Sporting Events Program,…

Life & Fitness

New Vaccine Subsidy in Australia Targets Surging Pneumococcal Rates

Seraphina Hayes4 months ago1 week ago07 mins

In a significant move to safeguard public health, the Australian government has introduced a new vaccine subsidy to combat the rising incidence of pneumococcal disease, a bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. The announcement, made by The Australian on September 2, 2025, features a heartwarming image of a mother and child on a beach, symbolizing…