The Daily Aus

Headlines: Vic Police continue search for alleged gunman

Aug 27, 2025
A former AFL player makes history as the first openly bisexual athlete, promoting inclusivity in sports. Meanwhile, Victoria Police escalate their search for a gunman linked to a tragic incident that left two officers dead. In a shocking statement, Donald Trump calls for the death penalty for murders in Washington D.C. On a brighter note, ancient artifacts, including Roman coins and statues, have been recovered from a sunken Egyptian city, highlighting fascinating archaeological discoveries.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

First Openly Bisexual AFL Player Speaks Out

  • Mitch Brown revealed he buried questions about his sexuality due to a hyper-masculine AFL culture.
  • He hopes his interview creates safety for other players to come forward.
INSIGHT

Ambush Kills Two Victoria Police Officers

  • Two Victoria Police officers were allegedly ambushed and killed while executing a search warrant in Pawpunker.
  • Police launched a large manhunt and warned residents in the Alpine region to stay inside.
INSIGHT

Trump Proposes Death Penalty To Curb DC Crime

  • President Donald Trump said he will seek the death penalty for all murders in Washington, D.C., linking it to a crime crackdown.
  • He also discussed deploying hundreds of military troops and expanding deployments to other US cities.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app