WOMAN TRAPPED UPSIDE DOWN BETWEEN BOULDERS WHILE GRASPING FOR PHONE

AUSTRALIA NEWS

23rd October 2024

By Oyenike

WOMAN TRAPPED UPSIDE DOWN BETWEEN BOULDERS WHILE GRASPING FOR PHONE
A young woman, Matilda Campbell, became trapped upside down for hours after slipping between boulders while trying to retrieve her mobile phone during a hike in New South Wales’ Hunter Valley. Her ordeal lasted seven hours, requiring emergency services to navigate a challenging rescue that involved moving large rocks.

Despite the difficulties, rescuers managed to clear a 500kg rock but faced the task of safely extracting her from the tight space. Paramedic Peter Watts described the rescue as both challenging and rewarding, noting that he had never encountered a situation like this in his ten years of service.

Matilda hung upside down for over an hour before help arrived, as her friends’ initial attempts to free her failed. Photos from the rescue show her precariously positioned and the careful efforts made by emergency teams to stabilise the area.

Remarkably, she sustained only minor injuries and expressed gratitude to her rescuers online, although she did not succeed in retrieving her phone. “Thank you to the team who saved me; you guys are literally lifesavers,” she shared, highlighting her appreciation for their efforts.

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AUSTRALIAN TEEN CLAIMS INNOCENCE IN KILLING OF BRITISH MOTHER
A teenager charged with the murder of a British woman during a break-in at her home in Australia has entered a plea of not guilty. Emma Lovell, 41, was fatally stabbed while allegedly confronting two intruders in Brisbane on Boxing Day 2022. Earlier this year, another teenager admitted to the murder and received a 14-year prison sentence.

During the judge-only trial, it was established that the second defendant, who was 17 at the time, did not directly engage in any violent actions. Emma Lovell, a mother of two, had moved from Ipswich to Australia in 2011 with her daughters and husband, Lee, who was also injured in the incident.

In this trial, the unnamed youth denied charges of armed burglary, along with malicious acts and assault causing bodily harm to Mr Lovell, who suffered a kick and was stabbed in the back. The court was informed that Justice Michael Copley would need to determine if there was a shared intention to inflict harm.

This case highlights the tragic events surrounding the Lovell family, as they faced a violent attack that resulted in Emma’s death and injuries to her husband, raising questions about the motives and actions of the accused individuals involved.

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ABORIGINAL ACTIVIST DETAINED DURING ROYAL VISIT TO SYDNEY
An Aboriginal protester was detained at the Sydney Opera House as crowds gathered to catch a glimpse of the King and Queen during their final day in Australia. Thousands filled the harbourside area on Tuesday afternoon, eagerly awaiting the royal couple’s arrival. Before they showed up, Wayne Wharton, a notable Indigenous activist from Brisbane, was arrested for shouting anti-monarchist slogans and ignoring a police directive to leave.

This incident follows growing backlash after an Aboriginal senator heckled King Charles in Canberra the previous day. Wharton echoed the senator’s sentiments, declaring, “He’s not my King,” which resonated with the crowd, many of whom were waving Australian flags and responding with “God save the King.”

Wharton had also protested at a church service attended by the royals on Sunday. While some Indigenous activists praised Senator Lidia Thorpe’s protest as courageous, others criticised it as “embarrassing” and disrespectful, leading to significant backlash from her colleagues in Parliament.

On Tuesday, Thorpe acknowledged that she had removed a violent cartoon of the King from her Instagram, calling it “inappropriate” and stating it was posted by a staff member without her consent. As Wharton was taken away in a police van, onlookers applauded the officers, while many attendees had been waiting since early morning, some adorned in British flags and royal-themed accessories, celebrating the occasion with their families.

Wayne Wharton, a notable Indigenous activist from Brisbane, was arrested for shouting anti-monarchist phrases and ignoring a police directive to leave

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A FAMOUS AUSTRALIAN LABEL HAS DEBUTED ITS INITIAL PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SUPERMARKET POWERHOUSE
One of Australia’s beloved gelato brands, Messina, has launched its products in Woolworths, quickly becoming a hit and selling out in many locations. This collaboration marks the first time the gelato chain has partnered with the supermarket, offering six signature flavours in new tub formats, including Dulce De Leche and Pistachio Praline. Additionally, Messina has introduced three ice cream cakes, each priced at $30, featuring flavours like Tiramisu and Choc Malt Bavarian.

Despite being available for just over a week, the range has gained immense popularity. Customers are particularly fond of Pistachio Praline, with Dulce de Leche following closely. Messina’s owner, Nick Palumbo, expressed that the response to the $14.50 tubs has surpassed their expectations, with the 457ml product quickly selling out in numerous stores.

Palumbo revealed that they had been approached for a supermarket range for years but hesitated, as they wanted to maintain their brand’s quality. This partnership with Woolworths allowed them to create a premium product, ensuring the use of high-quality ingredients.

The initiative aims to make Messina’s iconic gelatos accessible to a broader audience, particularly for those who live far from their shops, enhancing the overall reach of their beloved flavours.

One of Australia’s beloved gelato brands, Messina, has launched its products in Woolworths

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FEMALE LIBERAL FRONTBENCHERS DISMISS ABORTION CONVERSATION AFTER SENATOR JACINTA PRICE URGES NATIONAL ATTENTION
Female frontbenchers from the Liberal Party have dismissed claims that abortion could become a federal election topic after Nationals Senator Jacinta Price criticised a woman’s right to choose. Deputy Opposition Leader Sussan Ley and Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume stated there are “no plans” to alter abortion laws, despite internal calls for change within the Coalition.

Senator Price, affiliated with the Country Liberal Party but aligned with the Nationals, expressed her desire to place abortion on the national agenda, opposing “late-term” abortions after 14 weeks and labelling full-term abortions as “infanticide.”

However, the Liberal Party quickly quelled speculation regarding the Coalition adopting abortion as a campaign issue for the upcoming May 2025 election. Ley emphasised that abortion access is a matter for the states, asserting there is no intention to modify federal health policies.

Hume reiterated that abortion remains an “issue for the states and territories,” assuring voters that a Dutton-led coalition government has no plans to reverse women’s reproductive rights. The federal government has never implemented a nationwide law, as each state and territory has its own abortion regulations, with Tasmania having the strictest laws allowing legal abortion up to 16 weeks.

Senator Jacinta Price

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