| 'Less violence, better school attendance' in Indigenous communities The Queensland Government says a new report shows a reduction in violence and improved school attendance in Indigenous communities. abc.net.au |
Strong quake strikes near Vanuatu A strong 6.2-magnitude quake struck near the Pacific island of Vanuatu on Wednesday, US seismologists said. abc.net.au |
Serbian gay pride march turns violent Serbian police have clashed with protesters trying to disrupt a Gay Pride parade in the capital, Belgrade. abc.net.au |
Residents angry at park rules BEACH umbrellas, kites and stone throwing have been banned from public land in northern Victoria through bizarre regulations. heraldsun.com.au |
British government cuts defence spending The British government has announced it will cut defence spending by 8 per cent over the next four years. abc.net.au |