Son charged with murder after mother found dead in Tas

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1. Son who allegedly smothered his elderly mother charged with murder

   A son has been charged with murder after allegedly smothering his elderly mother, who was found dead early on Sunday morning.

   examiner.com.au

2. Explosive situation: probes after blasting holes fail to fire at NW mine

   Investigations are under way after blasting holes failed to fire at a northwest Tasmanian mine, with concerns live charges could still be in the ground. Authorities say worker risks were low.

   theadvocate.com.au

3. Speeding P-plater prompts police to remind drivers to 'keep our roads safe'

   Police are warning drivers to keep roads safe after a speeding P-plater was caught, noting P-platers are over-represented in fatal and serious crashes.

   theadvocate.com.au

4. Push for any Bell Bay Aluminium power deal to mandate emissions cuts

   There are calls for any power agreement involving Bell Bay Aluminium to mandate emissions cuts as a condition of the deal.

   examiner.com.au

5. Security guards to give evidence in alleged court assault and escape case

   Security guards are set to give evidence in an alleged court assault and escape case, with a visiting magistrate to conduct the long-awaited hearing.

   theadvocate.com.au

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