Friday's top stories

07 Dec 2012

Saying farewell to Daniel, the NSW police community is in shock and Bert Newton’s out of hospital. Here are Friday’s top stories.

Farewell to Daniel Morcombe

Thousands of people are set to farewell teenager Daniel Morcombe in Queensland today, nine years after his disappearance. The Morcombe family has asked everyone attending to wear red. A committal hearing for the accused will continue in February. Read more on ABC. 

Tragedy strikes after a neighbourhood row

A senior police officer has been killed in a brutal attack after responding to a neighbourhood row. Neighbours had been complained about cross-bow arrows firing into their yard. Eleven police attended the scene yet were forced to take refuge as they fought off abuse. When Detective Inspector Bryson Anderson became separated from the group, he was tragically killed after a scuffle. Mother and son have been arrested. The Sydney Morning Herald has the full story. 

South Australia: fattest state

Two-thirds of the South Australian population are overweight or obese and residents of the southern state are gaining weight faster than the rest of the country. Adelaide Now has the story. The Health section also has some handy tips on keeping your weight down to lower your risk of diabetes. 

Catherine out of hospital

The Duchess of Cambridge has been discharged from hospital and is on the road to recovery after being admitted for acute morning sickness. Prince Charles has expressed his excitement over becoming a grandfather. Read more on The Daily Mail. 

Bert Newton recovering well

Television legend Bert Newton emerged from hospital after heart surgery and is already planning a return to show business once he’s fully recovered. Read more.