Update for Friday
03 May 2013
Australian woman interviewed in relation to allegations against Rolf Harris. In other news, Malcolm Naden has spoken out, with psychiatrists saying he doesn’t see any wrong in his actions.
Sydney woman interviewed over Rolf
Scotland Yard detectives investigating allegations of sexual abuse by Rolf Harris have interviewed a woman in Australia. Harris was arrested and questioned last night but has yet to be charged. ABC News has the full story.
Naden talks
Former fugitive Malcolm Naden has spoken out, saying he considers the murder of two women as his highest achievement. The psychiatrist on the case believes that Naden doesn’t see any wrongdoing in his actions. He has pleaded guilty to murdering Kristy Scholes and Lateesha Nolan in 2005. Read more.
Australian completes kayak odyssey
An Australian policemen has completed what he says is the first circumnavigation of Samoa. Andy Warton paddled around the islands of Samoa in a kayak, raising money for youth suicide prevention programs. Hear the interview with Warton and read the full story on ABC News.
Cabbies blocking Melbourne Airport
Taxi drivers are threatening to block entrances to Melbourne Airport between 10am and midday today in a protest against the new cab rank rules. Ninemsn.com.au has more and read about the new cab rank rules on The Age.
Blazing boat at Coffs Harbour marina
A blaze broke out on a boat in Coffs Harbour marina around midnight last night before the vessel suddenly self-started. No one was aboard any of the vessels, however there is extensive damage to other small boats around the marina. Read more.
Missing woman turns up after 11 years
Brenda Heist has resurfaced after going missing 11 years ago and being declared dead three years ago. Her teenage daughter has expressed disgust at her mother, who revealed she abandoned the family by choice, joining a hitchhiking group on their way to Florida. Seven News has more.