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Youngest Aussie pollie ever, and meet the new Harry Potter.

May 28, 2025
A remarkable 21-year-old just made history as Australia's youngest federal politician! Meanwhile, a thrilling new Harry Potter TV series is on the horizon, with three young stars ready to enchant audiences. In sports news, the NSW Blues celebrated a spectacular victory over the Queensland Maroons. Plus, a viral video of a snake-infested river has sparked chaos, only to be revealed as an AI creation—just a reminder to always check your sources before believing what you see online!
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ANECDOTE

Youngest Aussie Politician Ever

  • Charlotte Walker, from South Australia, was elected Australia's youngest ever federal politician at age 21.
  • She became a senator shortly after celebrating her 21st birthday, breaking the previous record held by Sarah Hanson Young.
INSIGHT

New Harry Potter TV Casting

  • The new Harry Potter TV series cast three UK kids chosen from 30,000 auditions.
  • This massive casting effort indicates the show's high anticipation and potential to create new magical megastars.
ANECDOTE

NSW Wins State of Origin

  • The New South Wales Blues won against Queensland Maroons 18-6 in the first State of Origin game.
  • This win marks the first time since 1997-98 that NSW has won at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium, overcoming a strong home crowd advantage.
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