At Least 47 Casualties in Aden, Yemen After Missile Attack

Rebels in Yemen have launched a medium-range ballistic missile attack on Aden military parade on Thursday, killing at least 47 people in two attacks. 

The first attack was a suicide bombing, killing at least 10 people, followed by a missile attack on a military camp in Aden, the seat of Yemen’s government, which killed at least 36 people. 

The Houthi Movement, which controls the capital, has claimed responsibility for the attack. 

Farmers in Regional Victoria Are Trading Woolworths Lion King Collectable for Irrigation Water

Farmers in regional Victoria are trying to trade a rare Woolworths Lion King collectable for irrigation water, in a bid to raise awareness over the alleged mismanagement of the Murray-Darling Basin. 

Victorian farmers Melissa Portingale and Steven Black posted an ad for the Lion King toy online, telling would-be buyers they "don't want money for it".

Ms Portingale has the first-ever furry Simba Ooshie, number 1 out of 100, but hopes their ad would help redirect Australian's attention to the drought. 

 

Repatriated Remains of Eleven Kaurna Indigenous People Buried in Adelaide's South

The remains of eleven Kaurna Indigenous people were buried in Adelaide’s south after they were taken from their graves in mid-20th century and then donated to London’s Natural History Museum.

The remains were repatriated from the London Museum, arriving in Canberra this week, and then transported to their final resting place in Adelaide’s south on Thursday.

Traditional owner, Allan Sumner, said that Kurna people they believe their ancestors need to be back home, and they will continue to recover Indigenous remains to put them to rest.

Variety Bash in Redland Bay to Raise Money for Seven-Year-Old's New Wheelchair

A team of mates are rallying the Redland Bay community to raise money for seven-year-old Saxon Pitchers’ new wheelchair. 

Variety Bash's Aussie Rock team will host a fundraiser at the Grand View Hotel on Sunday, August 11 featuring cars, music, door prizes, raffles and auctions.

Saxon was born with a heart defect and at 13 months old, when undergoing heart surgery, suffered a cardiac arrest, leaving him brain damaged.

Free Bus Travel Initiative For Veterans in Gold Coast

Local veterans will soon be entitled to free bus travel around the Gold Coast. 

On Thursday, the Mayor, Tom Tate, confirmed that The Transport and Infrastructure Committee decided to include veterans in the free travel initiative, which currently covers senior citizens. 

The mayor says the initiative seeks to thank them for their service.

India's BJP Party Removes Lawmaker Following Rape Allegations

India’s BJP party has removed one of its lawmakers, following a car crash which injured a woman who had accused him of rape. 

The ex-party member, Kuldeep Sengar, is currently in prison awaiting the rape trial and denying the accusitions. 

Police are currently investigating whether Mr Sengar had any involvement in the crash, which killed two of the rape victim’s family members.

North Korea Conducts Third Weapons Test This Week

North Korea fired two unidentified short-range projectiles earlier today and according to South Korean officials it’s the third weapons test in a week.

The launches are believed to be a reaction to planned military exercises between South Korea and the US this month.

After a private meeting at the UN Security Council, the UK, France, Germany and other countries said that sanctions need to be enforced until Pyongyang dismantles its nuclear and ballistic programmes.

Goat Meat Industry Facing Drought

Goat meat producers are struggling to keep up with demand as consumers turn to alternative meats, and a dwindling supply due to drought, sees prices jump to record levels. 

Meat and Livestock Australia’s Julie Petty says current prices are unprecedented, having hit an all-time high of $10.30 per kilo carcase weight in May this year. 

Ms Petty explained the drought and tough seasonal conditions has forced many producers to destock their properties, which has led to a reduced supply. 

NSW Hospital Staff on Strike over Safety Concerns

Public Hospital staff in New South Wales have gone on strike, following concerns over workplace safety. 

Thousands of employees walked out of work on Thursday, according to the Health Services Union but the New South Wales Health Department claims it was only hundreds. 

Labor health spokesman, Ryan Park, says the LNP have to listen to the workers’ concerns.