The former sportsman has interim name suppression as he appears in an Auckland court.

Though her time was shorter than she hoped, she was grateful for every day she had.

Snow is expected on Crown Range Rd and Milford Rd from afternoon to 10pm.

A teenage boy whose mother was killed in the Sea World helicopter collision has joined some other survivors in preparing personal injury lawsuits against the theme park's operator Village Roadshow.

Nicholas Tadros and his father Simon Tadros today joined with five other people affected by the tragedy to make applications to Brisbane District Court.

Outside court, Ciaran Ehrich, a lawyer representing the crash survivors, said his clients had to make claims within three years of the crash under Queensland's Personal Injuries Proceedings Act.

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"We have taken the pre-emptive step to bring those applications so that we can protect our clients' interests and all entitlements," Ehrich said.

"The three years expires in January 2026 so claims have be commenced in court by that date."

Vanessa Tadros, a 36-year-old from Sydney, was killed along with three other people in one of Australia's worst air disasters when their Sea World joy flight chopper collided with another outside the Gold Coast theme park on January 2, 2023.

Just 25 seconds after take-off, the helicopter she was riding in entered free-fall for 40 metres and crashed on a sandbar.

Simon Tadros was forced to watch the disaster unfold from the shoreline and Nicholas would later have a leg amputated while being treated for his severe injuries.

Helicopter pilot Ashley Jenkinson, 40, was also killed along with British newlyweds Ronald and Diane Hughes – aged 65 and 67.

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Nine passengers across both helicopters were injured.

Judge Ken Barlow today ordered the personal injury applications not proceed until a coroner has made findings into the crash.

The inquest earlier in December heard claims Jenkinson could have been affected by cocaine on the day of the crash.

There was evidence new helicopters with lower pilot visibility could have been rushed into service for the Christmas holidays, counsel assisting Ian Harvey said.

Coroner Carol Lee has adjourned the inquest to February to hear from further witnesses.

"There's disappointment that the inquest was adjourned but there's an understanding that it's not an easy process," Ehrich said.

"My clients would like (the inquest) done properly and if the parties need further time, so be it … to ensure the actual evidence comes out."

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Sea World owner Village Roadshow Theme Parks sold its joy flights operation to Sea World Helicopters Pty Ltd in 2019.

The Tadros family and several other people have in the past two weeks filed personal injury claims against Sea World Helicopters Pty Ltd in the Queensland Supreme Court.

The inquest heard Village Roadshow still had some involvement in the helicopter operation through ticket sales, audits, and staff drug and alcohol testing.

The Tadros family and the other applicants also named Gold Coast City Council, who approved the Sea World helipad, as defendants in today's District Court applications

Jetpoint, a company that certified the helicopters as airworthy, and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority were also listed as defendants in the seven applications.

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A review into the Optus Triple-Zero outage that was linked to two deaths in September has revealed widespread issues and an overall "lack of care" about mistakes that led to the incident.

The review examined the 14-hour failure that led to 605 people unable to connect to the emergency line in South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and part of NSW on September 18.

It found that Optus gave contractor, Nokia, incorrect instructions for a routine upgrade, which led to at least 10 crucial mistakes.

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Optus and Nokia were found to have been unaware of the issue for 13 hours, as the call centre failed to escalate reports from five callers that Triple Zero calls were not working.

The report found there were internal gaps, including poor information flow that failed to acknowledge the severity of the outage and siloed structures.

"The lack of care and work discipline evident in all the mistakes that were the cause of this incident is more difficult to address," the report said.

The other major issue was that the Triple Zero calls did not latch onto other networks as they should have, which the report stated was "puzzling".

"This raises issues about how well the Triple Zero system is operating and whether it can be improved," the report said.

The Optus review handed down 21 recommendations, including encouraging staff to escalate issues outside their immediate group, considering whether Optus should contract its complex and essential services, and shifting the siloed nature of work.

At a meeting earlier this week, the board accepted all the recommendations and agreed to implement them quickly.

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The board will also fine or fire the employees personally accountable for the failures.

Optus chairman John Arthur said the report was a "sobering read".

"We are deeply sorry for the 18 September outage that impacted Triple Zero services and the consequences for any Australians who were trying to reach emergency services," he said.

"We recognise the scale of the challenge and will act decisively to make the necessary changes to strengthen the business and rebuild trust."

Optus chief executive Stephen Rue said some of the key reforms needed were already under way, and the company will regularly report its progress.

"Our commitment is not just about compliance, it's about setting a new standard for our performance as a critical infrastructure provider of essential services and serving the community," he said.

"Australia deserves world-class emergency call services.

"We are working closely with government, regulators, and the wider telecommunications sector to enhance the reliability of the Triple Zero service for our customers."

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Australia is still reeling from the Bondi shooting on Sunday night but in amongst the devastation are touching moments of unity and kindness.

The terrorist attack claimed 15 innocent lives, including two rabbis, a married couple, and a 10-year-old girl.

Several of the victims are being laid to rest today.

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We asked Nine.com.au readers to send their tributes for those affected by the tragedy, including the broader Australian and Jewish communities.

This is just a small selection of their messages of condolences, love, and support.

"To everyone affected, both directly and indirectly, my heart is with you. In moments of darkness, I hope you're able to find light, and to remember that the hatred of a few can never outweigh the love of many. Please know that I, along with the rest of Australia, are with you. " – Josh, Horsham

"Within the terror, the horror, the grief of the loss of loved ones, there will be a glimmer of hope, there will be a ray of sunshine that will pierce through the darkness eventually. To those affected by the attack, we grieve for your losses and hope that you rise among us once more." – Jessie, Australia

"Deepest sympathy to all, may we never see this again ." – Jackie, Canberra

"My heart is breaking for the Jewish community. May you know that we are all sending love and praying for you and your loved ones." – Melissa, Perth

"To all those affected, to all those who are scared, every Australian stands with you. They may break our hearts but they will never break the Australian spirit and the love we hold for each other." – Myles, Brisbane

"Sending love to all the victims of the Bondi shooting, their loved ones and the Jewish community. Stay strong, Australia stands beside you!" – Ally, Adelaide

"We are resilient, and we are in this together. While we are all hurting and grieving, let us take solace in knowing that our beautiful country remains united, peace-loving, and steadfast. Let's look out for each other, let's heal together by spreading warmth love and light. " – Puja, North Ryde

"You are all in our prayers and thoughts. " – Bruce, Brisbane

"I am miles and miles away from Bondi, yet I sit here and cry with heartache and anger that such hate has happened in our country. My Heart breaks for you all. I pray that you will eventually all find peace and hope again." – Kate, Moe

"Australia stands with you. We are crying with you, our hearts are breaking for you, and we are here for you. We will hold you up, listen, pray and mourn with you. We all lost something very special that day and nothing will ever bring that back but we will stand together." – Sue, Seymour

"Like the rest of Australia I'm so sad this has happened to you, we will probably never meet but you'll forever be in my thoughts." – Kel, Geraldton

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"I'm so sorry for your loss. There are no words that can ease this pain, but I hope you know you're not alone. Please know you're in my thoughts during this difficult time." – R, Olympic Park

"The love of an entire nation is with the families and friends of the victims, the Australian Jewish community, and everyone else who has been affected by this truly horrific event." – Leo, Tasmania

"I have no words, just sending love, thoughts and kindness. " – Yas, Wollongong

"To everyone affected by the Bondi massacre, may God bless you, give you strength and keep you in his arms. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. " – Anna, Melbourne

"May peace surround Bondi and all who were affected. May those who lost their lives be held in love and light. May the injured find healing in body, mind, and spirit. May families and friends feel comfort, strength, and support during their grief. May fear be replaced with compassion, anger with understanding, and sorrow with collective care. May our community come together in kindness, remembering that being respectful and kind is free. May hope slowly return, and may all hearts find peace." – Ly, Mt Pritchard

"Strength and love to all affected by this dreadful tragedy. So proud of all those who assisted on the day." – Kath, Gold Coast

"Nothing can possibly take away the hurt and pain you're feeling, but I hope you know that you have a nation who care about you and who are feeling your sadness too. If grief is truly a journey, Australians are here for you every step of the way. " – Maria, Padstow Heights

"We are with you every step – stay strong for you have a nation to stand by you." – Mark, West Pyble

"My heart aches for all the victims of this abhorrent violent attack. Sending love and light from my family." – Liz, Melbourne

"While this incomprehensible act of terrorism has rocked us to the core, please know that each and every one of you are in our hearts and thoughts. As has been said many times, light will prevail over darkness." – Yvonne, Darwin

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"We honour the lives lost, share in your grief, and stand together in compassion, finding strength in memory, unity, and hope for healing ahead. " – A, Perth

"My heart aches for everyone impacted by this devastating tragedy. I pray that peace will one day return to our beautiful country. Sending love, light, and strength." – Em, Newcastle

"May you all heal and feel the love of every Australian embracing you. Thank you to our first responders for your bravery. " – Kara, Sydney

"My heart goes out to you during this unimaginably difficult time. No words can ease the pain of such a senseless and devastating event, but please know that you are in our thoughts. We stand with the families who have lost loved ones, the injured who are recovering, and everyone in the community who has been shaken by this tragedy." – Karern, Botany

"From across the ditch in Aotearoa New Zealand, we are thinking of you Australia. You are our brothers and sisters and no one understands the horror, tragedy, pain and sorrow you are all feeling more than us. We're with you Australia, through and through. " – Connor, Auckland

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Most of the country's 2025 Year 12 students have finally received their ATAR results, with just one state left still waiting on tenterhooks.

The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) ranks students from a scale of zero to 99.95 and is used to help year 12 students enrol in their preferred university course.

It is calculated by combining the best scaled subjects (two units of English and eight other units) to create an aggregate, which then ranks a student against their year group.

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ATAR results come out on different days across the country and can be accessed on the tertiary admissions centre used by the state or territory.

Here is a complete breakdown on how and when to find your ATAR score. Note that all times are local.

NSW and the ACT

Results were released at 9am today and can be found on the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) website. 

Students received an email with a quick link to the ATAR login, which required either their UAC PIN or Year 12 student number.

Victoria

VCE and ATAR results came out earlier this month via the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).

Queensland

Students were able to access their results at 12pmtoday via the ATAR Portal.

They need their full name, date of birth, LUI number, and personal email ready to set up their ATAR account to log into the portal.

South Australia and the Northern Territory

ATAR results were released at 8.30am on December 15.

Students can view their rank on the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) online portal using their registration number and four-digit PIN.

South Australia calculates the ATAR for students in the Northern Territory. 

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Western Australia

Students can see their ATAR results on December 21.

The Education Department does not specify what time, so it is best to keep checking throughout the day.

They can find it via the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) student portal using their student number and password.

Tasmania 

Results came out yesterday and were progressively emailed to all students. 

They can also access their ATAR on the Tasmanian Assessment, Standards and Certification (TASC) website.

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The federal government has faced escalating criticism over how it has responded to antisemitic attacks in Australia prior to the Bondi Beach terrorist attack.

Special envoy to combat antisemitism Jillian Segal unveiled a 20-page landmark plan in July with dozens of key recommendations to fight the rise of antisemitism.

The government is yet to formally adopt Segal's recommendations, however Prime Minister Anthony Albanese today vowed to introduce reforms and implement recommendations to crack down on hate speech, radicalisation and antisemitism.

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Segal – a former lawyer and business executive – was appointed special envoy in July 2024 in a bid to combat the rise of anti-Jewish incidents across the country.

She was nominated for a three-year term and works directly with the prime minister to "listen to and engage with Jewish Australians, the wider Australian community and all levels of government" on how to tackle this growing problem.

One of her first major tasks was releasing the controversial report.

Among the 49 key actions Segal outlines was ensuring the "ongoing physical safety of Jewish communities" and "maintaining strong law enforcement to prevent and respond to antisemitic threats".

Segal wrote that it was intolerable to accept that Jewish Australians needed to wrap its schools, community centres and places of worship in multiple layers of security.

She recommended increased operational security at existing and new Jewish institutions and a "permanent standing cooperation arrangement between state and federal governments to investigate threats and incidents, as well as links to terrorist elements".

Critics, including Amnesty International, labelled the plan a failure for falling short of addressing the root causes of antisemitism and for its vague, sweeping recommendations.

What are the recommendations in Jillian Segal's report?

Segal's report included 49 key actions.

Among them are a national database which keeps track of antisemitic incidents, a university "report card" that holds educational institutions to account for how they prevent and address antisemitism and strengthening both federal, state and territory legislation to penalise antisemitic behaviour.

She also recommended:

• Media monitoring to ensure "fair and responsible" reporting
• The establishment of a formal working definition of antisemitism
• Holocaust and antisemitism education to be embedded in schools
• Stronger regulation of harmful online content
• Targeted antisemitism training in multiple industries
• A commission of inquiry into campus antisemitism
• Screening visa applicants for antisemitic views or affiliations
• Consultation with the Jewish community to provide early warning of areas of concern

What the parties say

The government is facing accusations of not doing more, and sooner.

"The leadership has not been there for Jewish Australians," Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said.

Ley said she had set up a team of shadow cabinet ministers to tackle antisemitism in response to the shooting.

"It will drive the full implementation of the government's own antisemitism envoy's report that has sat gathering dust on the prime minister's desk," Ley said.

Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg claimed Albanese knew "stronger action" was needed in the wake of escalating antisemitism in Australia.

"From the hours after October the 7th, we saw those scenes on the steps of the Opera House, where people were celebrating the death of Jews," Frydenberg said on ABC's 7.30.

"Since that time, we've had the doxing of Jewish creatives. We've had the boycotting of Jewish businesses. We've had the firebombing of places of worship, synagogues across the country, we've had childcare centres bombed, and we've had daily protests."

Frydenberg, who was once the most senior elected Jewish-Australian official in the country, said these incidents have all taken place "on the prime minister's watch".

"The prime minister has been told repeatedly along the way that stronger action needed to be taken," he added.

The PM today acknowledged the rise of antisemitism in Australia during a press conference alongside Segal and explicitly connected Sunday's attack with social attitudes following the October 7 attacks on Israel.

"Australians are shocked and angry. I am angry it is clear we need to do more to combat this evil scourge, much more," he said.

Albanese this week also pointed to several recommendations his government has acted on, including banning the Nazi salute and hate symbols, criminalising doxxing (the sharing of personal information of others online with malicious intent), and millions of dollars in education funding.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke also used the deportation of people with antisemitic views as an example of action the government has taken.

The government has now committed to fast-tracking the special envoy's recommendations.

"We will look at all measures that can contribute to eradicating hatred and we will continue to engage with the special envoy and leaders in the community, the Jewish community, about the way forward on that," Foreign Minister Penny Wong told the ABC.

PM vows to take action

Albanese today announced a raft of new government actions to build on Segal's plan.

"The Australian government adopts and fully supports the plan to combat antisemitism," Albanese said.

"Firstly, the Attorney General and Minister for Home Affairs will develop a package of legislative reforms to crack down on those who spread hate, division and radicalisation."

The National Security Committee has agreed that the changes will cover five points:

1. Aggravated hate speech offence laws for preachers and leaders who promote violence.
2. Increased penalties for hate speech that promotes violence.
3. Making hate an aggravating factor in sentencing crimes for online threats and harassment.
4. Developing a regime for listing organisations whose leaders engage in hate speech, promoting violence or racial hatred.
5. Developing a narrow federal offence for serious vilification based on race and or advocating racial supremacy.

"The Minister for Home Affairs will also have new powers to cancel or reject visas for those who spread hate and division in this country, or would do so if they were allowed to come here," Albanese added.

Antisemitism in Australia

Segal's report labelled Australia's escalating rates of antisemitism as a "national crisis".

It claimed episodes of antisemitism soared by 700 per cent in October-November 2023 after the October 7 attacks by Hamas compared to the previous year.

And from October 2023 to September 2024, Segal said antisemitic incidents surged by 316 per cent.

ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess declared antisemitism Australia's leading threat to life in February this year.

If you have been impacted by the terror attack in Bondi there is support available.

To contact Lifeline Australia, call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14.

For people under 25 years old, you can contact Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800.

Both of these are available on a 24/7 basis.

If you wish to donate blood, you can find your nearest donor centre here.

Australia's staring down the barrel of an earlier-than-expected monsoon season and it may arrive before Christmas, though not all states and territories will be affected.

Based on the current Weatherzone modelling, parts of Queensland, the NT and northern WA are set for a drenching when monsoon rainfall begins next week.

It may also cause wet conditions in other parts of the country as moisture from the monsoon spreads to rain-bearing systems farther south.

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The exact timing and strength of the active monsoon phase is yet to be confirmed.

Meteorologists will be watching conditions closely as the monsoon develops.

Northern Australia experiences a wet season every year between November and April.

During that time, the region typically experiences between two and four active phases of the monsoon, which is a reversal of winds that brings huge bursts of rain.

These active phases cause strong winds and heavy downpour.

They can also cause low-pressure systems, which may increase the potential for tropical cyclone activity if they're over open water.

And it looks like the first active monsoon phase of the season will hit northern Australia right before Christmas.

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It's expected to arrive on the back of a heat wave in many parts of the country this week.

A mass of hot air from Australia's western coast is currently sweeping across the nation, sending temperatures surging in WA, SA, Victoria, the ACT, NSW, and Queensland.

Even Tasmania will be feeling the heat today.

Some cities are predicted to record temperatures in the high 30s and low 40s today and tomorrow, with the hot conditions expected to ease over the weekend.

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Exclusive: In this nine.com.au series, we'll be talking to some of Australia's smartest and sharpest entrepreneurs, founders and CEOs to find out what makes them tick – and what advice they'd have for anyone starting out.

Therese Frangie graduated high school with no university offers; now she's the chief executive of restaurant giant Oporto.

Though she didn't do well in her HSC, Frangie went on to complete a master of business administration while also working as Mad Mex's chief operating officer.

Now she's in charge of running a business that rakes in tens of millions in profits each year and swears by the words 'be, do, have'.

These are her secrets to success.

How do you start the day to set yourself up for success?

With a morning routine. I am a big believer in managing your cognitive load and eliminating decision fatigue.

I have a morning routine that is posted on my wardrobe that I've been following for years now. I no longer look at it, I just go into auto-pilot. I kick off the day at 5am, as this gives me 'me time' and allows plenty of time to set myself up for a good day, between parenting and work.

By starting my day in this way I am setting myself up for success because I am reliving my brain from making even micro-decisions before the day really starts.

What are three daily habits you always stick to?

Morning routine: it sends me straight into autopilot so I don't waste time or energy thinking about what comes next.

Eat breakfast: I need food to function — this one is non-negotiable.

Go to bed early: I usually crash when the kids do. I learned a long time ago that every hour of sleep before midnight is worth two!

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Lots of Aussies are looking for a career change. What small action can help them get ahead of other candidates?

'Be, do, have'.

Know what you want to be [and] do what you need to do, whether that's studying, volunteering, or networking, to have what you want.

I'm a big believer in networking. It opens doors, builds confidence, and helps you learn about industries and people you might never have crossed paths with otherwise. You also never know who's hiring next, or who knows someone who is. There's no stronger resume than a genuine word of mouth recommendation.

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What financial myth did you previously believe that you wish you never bought into?

I used to think all debt was bad. Over time, I've learned it's how you use it that matters.

There's bad debt that drains you, and good debt that helps you grow, like investing in education, property, or your business. The key is knowing the difference and making sure your money is working for you, not against you.

What do you wish you could tell your 20 year old self?

"This too shall pass."

There will be great days, and not-so-great days. When you're going through challenges, whether family, relationships or work, remember that everything in life is temporary.

Life will go on. Focus on what you can control. Stay positive. Keep your eyes on your goal. Admit when you're wrong.

Lean into the discomfort and remind yourself, 'this is just a speed hump. Life will go on.'

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