Sam Neill dies at 78; Richard Scolyer farewell; Sydney aviation history
Actor Sam Neill has died aged 78, with his family confirming the loss was sudden and unexpected while he remained cancer-free following his 2022 diagnosis with a rare blood cancer. Australia has farewelled Professor Richard Scolyer at a memorial service at the Sydney Opera House, with the former Australian of the Year remembered for revolutionising melanoma treatment before his death from brain cancer. Western Sydney International Airport has achieved a major milestone with its first cargo test flight successfully landing, marking the beginning of operational trials ahead of commercial…
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