Lily Hooper found dead as police apologise for miscommunication

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1. From ‘elation’ to ‘terrible news’ in 10 minutes: how the confusion over missing bushwalker Lily Hooper unfolded

   The body of 18-year-old bushwalker Lily Hooper was found in Nattai national park on Thursday, but initial police messages indicated she was alive, only for a 'more accurate account' to follow within 10 minutes. NSW police have since apologised for the miscommunication, which they described as 'born of elation'.

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2. Missing teen hiker Lily Hooper found dead as NSW police apologise for miscommunication ‘born of elation’

   Police have explained the confusion over the missing teen hiker, saying an initial report from the 'thick and dense terrain' where Hooper was located suggested she had been found alive before a more accurate account was relayed. NSW police have apologised over the mix-up.

   theguardian.com

3. Alan Jones on Trial: alleged victim tells court he was 'groomed for 10 years' | Week 3

   In the third week of the trial of former talkback radio star Alan Jones, Complainant C took to the witness box to recount his time working at 2GB, detailing allegations of indecent assault and the power dynamic that made him feel he had to 'cop it'. The defence has argued Jones never did the alleged acts.

   theguardian.com

4. Saturday’s result to decide who advances to grand final

   Central has extended its deal with coach Lucas Miller on the eve of week two of the NEWRL finals, with the Butcher Boys to clash with the Pickers in Saturday's qualifying final. The result will decide who advances to the grand final.

   nbnnews.com.au

5. Firearms buyback scheme hangs over NSW farmers

   Despite the action and fun at AgQuip, a black cloud hangs over NSW regional residents as the debate over the controversial firearms buyback scheme rages on, with both sides of politics butting heads over the plan.

   nbnnews.com.au

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