The Covid-19 death toll in Peru have more than doubled, making it the country with the world's highest death rate per capita, 

A Johns Hopkins University report showed the South American nation has surpassed Hungary in its per capita death rate, reaching 500 deaths per 100,000 people. 

Peruvians remain skeptical of the government’s portrayal of the crisis, with vaccination roll-outs in the region struggling so far.

A large group of protesters have gathered outside the Brisbane Exhibition & Convention Centre to disrupt the first day of the Land Forces Expo

The Expo showcased military machinery and weapons, including local operations managed by Rheinmetall in Ipswich.

Protesters From the “Shut Down Land Forces” group said the exhibiting companies were complicit in war crimes, as they were heavily involved in sales of weaponry in conflict zones like Palestine and West Papua. 

The search for missing surf ski rider, Jordan Kelly, entered its 4th day after being reported missing since Saturday from North Stradbroke Island. Mr Kelly's last known whereabouts were at South Passage Bar. Police ask anyone who has seen a black, carbon fiber paddle to come forward.

Queensland scientists said their research had revealed a key factor in studies of stonefish venom, opening the door to better treatments for stings, including from box jellyfish.

The University of Queensland scientists turned to fresh stonefish toxin for their study, unlike other studies that use only freeze-dried venom. 

They said the research lead the way for studies of other marine venom.

Byron Bay’s housing shortage crisis saw the reopening of a drop-in center for those facing homelessness in the region. 

After being closed for 5 years, the council-owned building will reopen as the median rental prices in the area increase by 66%. 

The Fletcher Street community center will include mental health services, shower and washing facilities for those unable to secure housing in the coastal town which remains a popular destination for many tourists around the world. 

The Victorian opposition fears the state’s 7 day lockdown could be extended, as a reported 11 new COVID-19 cases will bring the total infections to 51. 

Opposition Leader Michael O’Brien believes the state’s lockdown will last “a lot longer”, accusing the government of playing politics and passing responsibility. 

The Victorian government remained tight-lipped regarding when lockdowns will end.

The US has celebrated memorial day mask-free.

Since the government changed the masking guidance on may 13, fully vaccinated Americans have been allowed to go mask free. 

More than 37 million people were expected to travel over 80km from their homes over memorial day.

Vaccines made a return to normalcy a possibility for Americans, with cases falling since mid-April.

The Queensland Government has announced it will be removing the turn-left-on-red road rule by June 30.

The road rule trial, in place since 2013, ends due to safety risks to pedestrians and a marginal impact on driving time for motorists. 

Minister for Transport, Mark Bailey, said intersections are less safe and they make no apology for a decision that puts the safety of bike riders and pedestrians first.

Brisbane city council is outraged with this decision and has asked Queensland Government to rethink the decision that it claims to be a successful trial.