Tarsem Singh appeared in court in Darke County this week, where he was formally charged over the February incident that claimed the life of 17-year-old Ashlee Holmes.

The biggest change for consumers will be the removal of surcharges on debit, prepaid and credit cards across the designated eftpos, Mastercard and Visa networks from 1 October 2026.

Under the Fair Work Act 2009, courts can impose substantial penalties for sham contracting, including fines of up to $19,800 for individuals and as much as $495,000 for larger businesses, or three times the amount underpaid.

In one case cited by authorities, a victim lost $350,000 in cryptocurrency within 18 hours after being convinced their digital wallet had been compromised.

For many attendees, the weekend was more than just a festival — it was a reflection of modern Victoria, where cultures meet, share and grow together.

Eligible projects include community hubs and centres, museums, libraries and art spaces, meeting and conference facilities, performance spaces and sporting areas.

The cut will reduce the excise from 52.6 cents a litre to about 26.3 cents a litre, with the change due to take effect from Wednesday.

The two officers were killed while executing a warrant at Freeman’s property, an incident that shocked the state and triggered a massive search

Baltej Singh was arrested at Auckland Airport while attempting to board a flight to Dubai, carrying more than $10,000 in cash.

The charges include murder, two counts of predatory driving, two counts of dangerous driving, dangerous driving occasioning death, and failing to stop and assist after a fatal crash.