The Daily Aus Headlines: Erin Patterson faces victims' statements in court
Aug 25, 2025
A survivor from a tragic meal extends forgiveness towards the convicted murderer, sparking emotional discussions in court. Meanwhile, Australia is on track to meet its 2030 climate targets, showcasing promising government efforts. In Vietnam, urgent evacuations are underway as Typhoon Kajiki makes landfall. On a brighter note, scientists have created an artificial supplement to boost bee populations, addressing crucial nutritional challenges that could impact global food supplies and biodiversity.
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Survivor Forgives After Tragic Lunch
- Ian Wilkinson survived the deadly lunch but says his health never returned to previous levels after months in hospital.
- He offered Erin Patterson forgiveness while describing the lasting grief of losing his wife Heather and her role in the family.
Australia On Track For 2030 Target
- Federal data shows Australia is on track to meet its 2030 emissions target, with emissions 28% below 2005 levels.
- The government says continued effort is needed while MPs debate proposals to weaken targets.
Mass Evacuations As Typhoon Hits Vietnam
- Typhoon Kajiki threatened Vietnam's east coast with heavy rain, 166 km/h winds and risks of flooding, landslides and outages.
- Authorities evacuated over half a million people and compared Kajiki's strength to last year's deadly Yagi storm.