News live: number of Australians missing in Nepal floods rises; Penny Wong announces $3m additional aid for disaster

August 30, 2026 · The Guardian

Parkgoers flee in terror as mass shooting leaves one dead and 13 wounded
Police were trying to break up a large gathering when the shooting began
Victoria announces $352 million boost to double pothole repairs after major highway damage
A fresh cash injection is set to accelerate pothole repairs across Victoria after another damaging highway incident.
Battle for Hormuz: U.S. forces take first military action against Iran in a month, striking rocket launchers being used to deploy sea mines
The U.S. military last week completed clearing sea mines from the strait’s international shipping routes.
Scottie Scheffler claims three-shot victory in Atlanta to secure FedEx Cup
The world number one claimed the title for the second time in his career.
Wild moment LA Porsche owner speeds off in his car mid-tow, leaving bumper behind in frantic escape
The fleeing Porsche ripped off its own rear bumper, shredded its suspension before finally tearing free and speeding awa