## Australia news live: Hong Kong fires death toll climbs as recovery efforts continue in Tai Po; Environment laws overhauled for first time in 25 years
Hundreds of Black Friday shoppers evacuated a major Adelaide shopping centre after a stabbing attack during daylight hours left a teenager injured.
The death toll from recent fires in Hong Kong continues to rise as recovery efforts advance in Tai Po, a district heavily affected by the blaze.
In Australia, significant reforms are underway with the overhaul of environment laws for the first time in 25 years, aiming to improve sustainability and conservation.
Additionally, a Senate inquiry is set to closely examine allegations of corruption related to deals involving Nauru, raising concerns over governance and transparency.
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The Age — 2025-11-27