Channel news on 13 march 2019

Here are some of the top news stories from Channel News on March 13, 2019:

Top Stories

  1. Australian Federal Election 2019: The Australian Federal Election is just around the corner, with polls opening on May 18. The major parties are gearing up for a fierce campaign, with the Labor Party and the Liberal Party neck and neck in the polls.
  2. Sydney Siege Anniversary: Today marks the 5th anniversary of the Lindt Cafe siege in Sydney, which left three people dead and many more injured. The anniversary has sparked a renewed debate about counter-terrorism measures and the treatment of prisoners.
  3. Brisbane Floods: Heavy rainfall has caused widespread flooding in Brisbane, with thousands of homes affected and several major roads closed. Emergency services are working to evacuate those in danger and restore power to affected areas.

National News

  1. Economic Growth Slows: The Australian economy has slowed down, with GDP growth falling to 0.4% in the December quarter. The Reserve Bank of Australia has warned that the economy is facing significant headwinds, including a decline in consumer spending and a slowdown in global trade.
  2. Climate Change Protests: Thousands of Australians have taken to the streets to demand action on climate change, as part of a global protest movement. The protests have been marked by peaceful demonstrations and arrests in several cities.
  3. Indigenous Recognition: The Australian government has announced plans to recognize Indigenous Australians in the Constitution, a move that has been welcomed by many Indigenous leaders and advocates.

International News

  1. US-China Trade Talks: The US and China have made progress in their trade talks, with both sides agreeing to a temporary truce. The agreement has lifted concerns about a global trade war and boosted investor confidence.
  2. Venezuela Crisis: The situation in Venezuela remains volatile, with opposition leader Juan Guaido calling for international intervention to oust President Nicolas Maduro. The US and other Western countries have recognized Guaido as the country's interim president.
  3. New Zealand Mosque Attacks: The investigation into the Christchurch mosque attacks has revealed that the gunman, Brenton Tarrant, had planned the attack for months and had a history of white supremacist beliefs. The attacks have sparked widespread outrage and calls for action on hate speech.

These are just some of the top news stories from Channel News on March 13, 2019.