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A NSW government inquiry into the live sheep export ban has been criticized by farming groups for its lack of action, with concerns that the ban will significantly impact sheep prices and the Australian sheep market. The inquiry delivered just one recommendation, to monitor the impact of the ban on sheep prices.

Queensland's melioidosis outbreak continues to claim lives, with five more deaths reported in the past week, bringing the total death toll for the year to 25. Public health authorities urge vulnerable individuals to avoid flood clean-up activities and keep wounds clean to minimize the risk of contracting the disease.

Mungindi, a town split between New South Wales and Queensland, faces numerous challenges due to its unique location, including differing regulations, limited access to resources, and a divided law enforcement system. The community, however, is united in its vision for a "borderless" Mungindi, where state boundaries no longer hinder their daily lives.

The reopening of a large section of the Armadale train line in Perth has been delayed due to construction issues, causing further disruptions for commuters in the city's south-east. However, there is some good news, as Perth's first east-west cross line connection, the Thornlie-Cockburn link, will open on June 9, providing a direct route from Mandurah to Optus Stadium and reducing travel times for commuters.

A Queensland government report reveals that Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, co-owner of the Queen's Wharf casino, repeatedly misled regulators about its ties to a criminal syndicate boss, raising concerns about the company's suitability to hold a casino license. Despite this, the former government declined to find Chow Tai Fook unsuitable, opting for an action plan to improve transparency.