Merrylands News: Violent Incidents Spark Safety Concerns Amid Growth

MERRYLANDS, NSW – The Western Sydney suburb of Merrylands is currently navigating a period of significant transition, marked by a surge in high-density residential development and a recent spate of public safety incidents that have drawn heavy police attention to the area. As of 17 February 2026, the community is reeling from a violent incident […]

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2026 AFL Tickets: Key On-Sale Dates and Price Freeze Confirmed

MELBOURNE, 17 February 2026 – The race for 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season tickets has officially intensified today, with major Victorian clubs and the league confirming key on-sale dates and a significant price freeze for fans. As of 10:00 am AEDT today, member pre-sales have opened for Rounds 1–15, marking the first major opportunity for

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BHP Profits Surge 28% as Mining Giant Secures $4.3bn Silver Deal

MELBOURNE, 17 February 2026 – BHP Group has delivered a robust half-year financial performance, headlined by a significant jump in profits and the announcement of a multi-billion dollar silver streaming agreement. The results, released today, underscore the mining giant’s strategic pivot toward “future-facing” commodities as copper production continues to drive the company’s growth. Financial Performance

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Arianna Fontana Makes History With 13th Olympic Medal at Milano Cortina 2026

MILAN, 16 February 2026 – Italian short track legend Arianna Fontana continues to rewrite the history books at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Exactly two decades after her debut as a teenager in Turin, the “Short Track Queen” has secured her place as the most decorated female short track skater in history, reaching a

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Benjamin Manenti Leads Italy to Historic 2026 T20 World Cup Success

ADELAIDE, 16 February 2026 – Benjamin Manenti has emerged as a pivotal figure in Italy’s historic debut campaign at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The Australian-born all-rounder, a mainstay in the Sheffield Shield and Big Bash League, is currently representing the Azzurri on the global stage, providing veteran leadership and elite spin bowling

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MAFS Scandal: Brook Crompton Confirms Pregnancy and Engagement to Ex

SYDNEY, 16 February 2026 – The 2026 season of Married at First Sight Australia has been rocked by its most significant scandal to date. Queensland model Brook Crompton has confirmed she is both engaged and pregnant to a former partner, Harry, just as her onscreen relationship with groom Chris Nield plays out on national television.

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Sophie Hyde Unpacks New Film Jimpa and Family Life on Australian Story

ADELAIDE, 16 February 2026 – Acclaimed Australian filmmaker Sophie Hyde is currently in the spotlight following the release of her most personal project to date, Jimpa. The director, known for her award-winning exploration of intimacy and family dynamics, has spent the last week engaging with audiences and media to unpack the real-life inspirations behind her

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Lorde Ultrasound Tour 2026: Auckland Homecoming and New Album Updates

AUCKLAND, 16 February 2026 – New Zealand’s pop visionary Lorde has made a triumphant return to the global stage, recently concluding the emotional home-turf leg of her Ultrasound World Tour. Following the massive success of her 2025 industrial dance-pop album Virgin, the singer-songwriter has solidified her status as a generational icon, blending her signature introspective

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UAE vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup 2026: UAE Set 160 Run Target for AFG

DELHI, 16 February 2026 – Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) met today in a high-stakes Group D clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. With both teams fighting to keep their tournament hopes alive, the match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium provided a tense battle between the established force of Afghan

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Sydney Trains Update: Major Metro Closures and New Fleet Rollout 2026

SYDNEY, 16 February 2026 – Commuters across the Greater Sydney rail network are facing a week of planned disruptions and infrastructure upgrades as Transport for NSW continues its rollout of the new Regional Rail fleet and critical maintenance on the Metro lines. The network, which serves as the backbone of suburban and intercity travel in

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