Australia news live: Experts push back at call for shark cull after attack; university students report freedom of speech fears

Little evidence a cull would make swimming safer, scientists say. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNearly $200m given to industry in zero-interest government loans amid Middle East conflictThe federal government’s Economic Resilience Program has provided nearly $200m in zero-interest loans since its announcement last month.Firms in crucial sectors like freight and logistics, fuel, plastics and fertiliser are receiving vital support from the National Reconstruction Fund in partnership with Australian banks. Continue reading...