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- 1Larissa Waters steps down as Australian Greens leader citing ill health●Larissa Waters steps down as Greens leader due to ill health https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/28/lari
Larissa Waters has resigned as leader of the Australian Greens, citing health reasons. The announcement, reported by Guardian Australia, ends her stint leading the party and is expected to trigger a leadership contest. Waters, a long-serving senator for Queensland, has been one of the Greens' most prominent federal figures, and colleagues are likely to pay tribute while discussion turns to who will succeed her.
- 2Murder charge dismissed for Queensland woman who helped ill husband die●Cheers as murder charge dismissed for Queensland woman who helped terminally ill husband die
A Queensland woman who helped her terminally ill husband die will not face a murder trial, after the charge against her was dismissed in court, prompting cheers from those present. The case has reignited debate in Australia about assisted dying, compassion for the terminally ill, and how the law treats carers and family members who help loved ones end their suffering.