News for Monday

08 Jul 2013

Your weekend wrap-up of all the news including the cost of the leadership spill, the catastrophic train derailment in Canada and Murray’s amazing Wimbledon win.

Rudd leadership spill to cost $5 million

It’s estimated that Labor’s recent leadership turmoil will cost taxpayers more than $5 million in termination payouts. It has also been reported that a number of senior advisors have been re-employed after being dumped in March and receiving generous payouts. Read more.

Petrol prices tipped to soar

Pump prices are expected to soar as the Australian dollar weakens and oil prices rise. Analysts warn that households will face a cost squeeze with fuel being one of the biggest weekly purchases for most Aussie households. News.com.au has more.

Whale knocks out surfer

A whale believed to be a southern right has knocked a surfer unconscious as it appeared to frolick just metres from the shore. Bishan Rajapakse is recovering in St Vincent’s Hospital after being treated for head and shoulder injuries. ABC News has more.

Questions surround Asiana Airways crash

An investigation has begun into the Asiana Airlines jet that crashed at San Francisco Airport with investigators saying the pilots requested to abort the landing just 1.5 seconds before impact. Nine News has the full story.

Canadian town devastated

Five people have died and 40 remain missing after an oil laden cargo train derailed in the Quebec village of Lac-Megantic in Canada, causing ongoing fires and explosions. More than 2000 people were forced to flee their homes. Officials are anticipating more fatalities as the search continues. Read more.

Murray finally wins Wimbledon

It’s taken them 77 years, but Britain has finally won a Wimbledon final again after Andy Murray defeated world number one Novak Djokovic in straight sets overnight. Murray had the crowd on his side, beating Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 6-4. ABC News has the full play-by-play and watch the highlights in the video below.