This week could see Tasmania's hottest May day in nearly 140 years
Tasmania is well into autumn, but firefighters remain on alert as late-season bushfires have threatened communities. This Friday marks the first day of May, and with it could come one of the state’s hottest May days in nearly 140 years of record-keeping. Source link
100-year-old assumption about the universe may soon be overturned
Physicists have long assumed that the universe is uniform at very large scales, but evidence is emerging this is wrong and suggests a way to resolve some of the biggest cosmological mysteries Source link
Less bread and WFH Fridays – what Pret boss knows about our habits
Customers want great value but that doesn’t necessarily mean the cheapest products, says Pano Christou. Source link
E-scooter rental companies say proposed laws threaten Qld viability
The government’s proposed legislation — including new licensing requirements, a 10km/h speed limit on footpaths, and an age restriction — are expected to become law in July. Source link
Paralympic champion shares emotional volatility after traumatic brain injury
Alexa Leary sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after a cycling accident at age 19. The two-time Paralympic gold medallist turned author is calling for a day to recognise TBI and the unique challenges it brings. Source link
Mick Malthouse fought off alleged intruders with exercise bar, court told
Legendary AFL coach Mick Malthouse “swung an exercise pole” and hit an intruder in the head as he defended his family during an alleged attempted home invasion last year, a Melbourne court has heard. Source link
Esther Ghey's dismay over PM meeting tech bosses first
Brianna Ghey’s mum says it’s “equally important” he hears from bereaved families about online safety. Source link
How do you restore the wild spaces of a corner of England?
Plans to improve nature have been unveiled, aiming to restore habitats and protect wildlife. Source link
Boats to rock pools: Marine makeover for yacht club seawall
Ten artificial rock pools have been installed along Strangford Yacht Club’s seawall as a refuge for marine life. Source link
Average rent up to nearly £1,000 in Plymouth
A housing charity boss says more and more people are struggling to find somewhere to live. Source link