The Daily Aus Headlines: Police searching for Sydney pub shooting suspect
Aug 18, 2025
In today's news, Qantas faces a staggering $90 million fine for unlawfully firing employees during the pandemic. Meanwhile, NSW Police seek information about a fatal shooting in Sydney that's believed to be tied to organized crime. On the international front, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy arrives in Washington D.C. to discuss crucial diplomatic issues. And in a heartwarming twist, a 97-year-old woman from Belfast becomes Europe's oldest ParkRun participant, completing an inspiring 250 runs!
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Record Penalty For Qantas Sackings
- Qantas received a record $90 million penalty after unlawfully sacking 1,820 baggage handlers in 2020.
- Justice Michael Lee said Qantas’s remorse seemed more about reputational damage than harm to workers.
Targeted Pub Shooting In Inner Sydney
- NSW Police say a targeted shooting near a busy pub in Forest Lodge left one man dead and another critically injured.
- Investigators believe organised crime links and are appealing for witnesses and information.
Zelensky Visits Washington After Trump-Putin Talks
- Volodymyr Zelensky travelled to Washington ahead of talks with Donald Trump after Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin.
- Zelensky stressed Ukraine seeks a swift, reliable end to the war while recovering its territory from Russia.