Radio 901
Bulletins — 2026-08-28
News
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In our top story today, the Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic, serving a life sentence for his actions during the 1992 to 1995 war in Bosnia, has died at the age of eighty-three.
In significant legislative news, voluntary assisted dying laws have passed in the Northern Territory Parliament, paving the way for the practice to be legalised across Australia.
An Israeli commander has defended his decision to order a drone strike that resulted in the death of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom in Gaza.
Meanwhile, Northern Territory Police have launched an investigation into a death in custody after a forty-three-year-old man died following a confrontation with officers in rural Darwin.
In Western Australia, hopes have been dashed as the search for an elderly man with dementia has been scaled back after he went missing six days ago.
Finally, the CEO of Powerhouse Parramatta has stepped aside just weeks before the venue's grand opening, as announced by the Minister for Arts.
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Sport
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In sports today, we begin with the ongoing tension in the boxing world, as Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney's controversial draw has sparked verbal exchanges between their promoters, casting a shadow over their otherwise gracious demeanours.
Turning to the footy field, Carlton Football Club is embracing strategic tweaks in their quest to transition from the AFLW’s underdogs to genuine premiership contenders, building on last season’s standout performance.
In a highlight for winter sports, cross-country skier Rosie Fordham has made her mark by winning the Kangaroo Hoppet, celebrating both her success and the sport’s rising popularity in Australia. However, she is focused on continually raising the bar for herself.
Finally, FIFA president Gianni Infantino is set to receive recognition following a World Cup victory, despite facing dwindling support from Italy.
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