4yo Shayla Phillips found "safe and well", and what women are talking about today.

Four-year-old, Shayla Phillips has been found more than two days after she was reported missing in southern Tasmania.

Shayla disappeared from her the backyard of her family home on Wednesday afternoon in her rural community, Stormlea.

After spending two nights in the open, she was found "safe and well" just before 4pm.

JUST IN: Shayla Phillips has been found alive after she was missing for more than 48 hours in southern Tasmania. The 4 y/o disappeared from the backyard of her family home at Stormlea on Wednesday afternoon. The BEST news!! @abchobart

— Liz Gwynn (@LizGwynn) March 25, 2022

A press conference will be held shortly.

On The Spill, hosts Laura and Kee chat about how Renée Zellweger has come out of hiding to feature on the cover of Harper's Bazaar, and the story behind how she recently fell in love should honestly be made into its own movie. 

At the same time, there’s one controversial topic the journalist avoided bringing up, and we’re pretty sure we know why.

Plus, Meghan Markle is launching a brand new podcast, but the story behind how it came to life is actually a little chaotic.

And, it’s Weekend Watch time! There are two new reality TV shows that you must watch immediately, but for very different reasons.

You can listen to the Spill now.

International travellers will have their pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirements removed next month.

Travellers currently need to show a negative test result in order to board a flight to Australia, even if they are fully vaccinated. 

But as of April 17, Australians will be able to return to the country without proof of a negative test.

Health Minister Greg Hunt announced the changes this morning, saying that he spoke to the chief executive officers of both Qantas and Virgin airlines, as well as the Chief Medical Officer when making the decision.

"Given that the vaccination requirements remain and the masking requirements, the medical advice is that [the test] would no longer be required," Mr Hunt said.

"Particularly as there are some challenges in some jurisdictions in having access to those tests or proving those tests."

Greg Hunt says COVID biosecurity orders won’t be renewed after April 17. No pre-flight testing, cruise ships back and anti-price gauging rules end.

— Tom McIlroy (@TomMcIlroy) March 24, 2022

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the removal of pre-departure testing is an important milestone for Australia. 

- With AAP

Thousands of children are participating in climate strikes in cities, suburbs and regional towns across Australia, calling on the federal government to divert funding away from coal and gas projects and to clean, renewable energy.

In Port Botany, a police operation is underway due to a protester suspending himself from a crane.

A climate protester has risked his life in Port Botany, abseiling down a crane. @7NewsSydney pic.twitter.com/b2uhpC1AkV

— Isabelle Mullen (@ijmullen) March 25, 2022

Earlier today, school students protested outside the Prime Minister's official Sydney residence as part of a global day demanding action on climate change.

The crowd in Kirribilli was expected to swell to about a thousand as speeches began, student Owen Magee told the AAP.

"We're going to make it very clear to Scott Morrison that we are coming right to his doorstep to show the climate crisis is serious, and he needs to address it," Magee said.

One student, Ella O'Dwyer-Oshlack, lost her home in the devastating Lismore floods, and will speak outside Kirribilli.

"My home was flooded and our whole town is a mess," the 13-year-old said.

"I haven't been able to go back to my school since it was flooded.

"Why is the federal government still giving money to fossil fuel companies?

"This is making the problem worse."

She chose to strike after being left feeling "scared and confused" about why disasters continue to happen.

Student strike at Kirribilli House NOW.

Chanting ..the youth are rising .. no more compromising #studentstrike#ClimateAction pic.twitter.com/qSvhYvoeAz

— Robert Long (@rlong62) March 25, 2022

Mr Morrison said his government had "taken the challenge of climate change seriously", and encouraged young people to take a keen interest in the issue.

"I encourage them, by all means, express your view, it's a great democracy, and I have no issue with that," he told reporters on Friday.

"We've committed to net zero by 2050 with a $21 billion plan, which is being rolled out now, of developing new energy technologies and, importantly, getting them into industry, into commerce.

"It's not enough for Australia just to reduce our emissions by 20 per cent, as we already have done.

"It's not enough for Australia to achieve net zero by 2050.

"The whole world has to.

"The solution, we believe, is technology."

‘2050 is too late.’

Protesters marching down Kirribilli Ave. at the #Schoolstrike4climate @CentralNewsUTS pic.twitter.com/PWU8k3ORxJ

— Jasmin Williams (@jasmiinwilliams) March 25, 2022

The protests come after the Federal Court found the Australian government does not owe children protection from the harm caused by climate change.

The court last week upheld an appeal by Environment Minister Sussan Ley, reversing a decision that legally recognised she had a duty of care.

The appeal came after eight high school students took Ms Ley to court in 2020 to try to block the expansion of an NSW coal mine. 

- With AAP

Jenny Morrison has opened up about her struggles with endometriosis, as the government announces a $58 million plan to support women with the condition in the upcoming federal budget.

Speaking to Nine, Morrison shared she was diagnosed with endometriosis when she was 26, after struggling to conceive. 

"Nothing helped, and then it got really severe. So, people with endometriosis, it's not just like a few cramps or something like that, it's actually really debilitating," she said of the condition which impacts one in nine Aussie women. 

"When specialists told me, 'you should give up (trying to conceive)' and 'it's never going to happen for you', when you hear that I was broken, I was really very upset."

"I was broken."

Jenny Morrison has opened up about her endometriosis diagnosis and her 17-year struggle to conceive, as the federal government announces a $140 million investment to help sufferers of the disease. #9Today pic.twitter.com/Wv8Sz5hmd0

— The Today Show (@TheTodayShow) March 24, 2022

Morrison underwent 10 rounds of IVF and a surgery for endometriosis before welcoming two daughters, Abbey and Lily, who were conceived naturally. 

Speaking of his wife's experience with the condition, the Prime Minister said he has seen firsthand "just how debilitating" it can be. 

"It's so important we continue to fund new services and treatments for the hundreds of thousands of women who suffer from endometriosis," he said.

The $58 million funding will go towards building treatment centres, improving telehealth services and offering Medicare rebates for MRI scans related to the disorder. 

More than a quarter of the funding will go towards establishing specialised endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics in each state and territory, and more than $5 million will help grow endometriosis research capacity and address research gaps.

- With AAP. 

Happy Bridgerton day to all who celebrate!

Yes, Netflix's horny Regency-era drama is back and all I can say is FINALLY. I am absolutely desperate to talk about the second season, which follows the love story of eldest Bridgerton son Anthony (Jonathan Bailey) and newcomer Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley).

I recommend carving out some time this weekend - this is what everyone will be talking about, and you'll struggle to switch it off once you begin the eight episodes. In preparation, you can read my full review here: Bridgerton's second season isn't as horny as the first. But that could be a good thing.

If you're looking for something a little more... reality, then Lizzo's Watch Out for the Big Grrrls drops on Amazon Prime Video today. It's a competitive reality show where Lizzo attempts to find dancers for her tour - and from what I've read, it is wholesome and A LOT of fun. Very excited for that one.

And finally: All the Gen Zers in your life will be watching Olivia Rodrigo's Driving Home 2 U (A Sour Film) on Disney+ this weekend. It's a BTS look at Rodrigo's huge debut year (she's the one who sings about getting her driver's licence, just FYI) and will no doubt be a big convo over the next few days. So you know, if you want to know what The Kids™ are talking about...



Happy viewing!

Morning everyone, 

With borders open, it seems more and more people are heading overseas right now (yep, we're jealous too). 

My colleague Charlie Begg just got back from Thailand and she's shared everything you need to know about travelling there right now. You can read all about the COVID-restrictions and what you need to know before you fly right here. 

But before you get stuck in, lets get you across the biggest news stories you need to know this morning, Friday March 25.

1. NSW MP Gareth Ward has been suspended after vote in parliament.

This post deals with sexual assault and may be triggering for some readers. 

Former Liberal MP Gareth Ward has been suspended from the NSW parliament after he was charged with the sexual assault of a teenage boy and a man.

Police allege Ward indecently assaulted a 17-year-old boy at Meroo Meadow in February 2013, and sexually abused a 27-year-old man in Sydney in September 2015.

Acting Premier Paul Toole on Thursday moved the motion to suspend the Kiama MP from parliament until the outcome of the criminal proceedings is reached, noting Ward "had been charged with five criminal offences".

The motion received bipartisan support and was passed despite criticism from the Labor opposition.

Kiama MP Gareth Ward has been officially suspended from the NSW Parliament “…until the verdict of the jury has been returned on the five criminal charges laid against him on 22 March 2022 or until it is further ordered.”#nswpol @10NewsFirstSyd pic.twitter.com/fUPWItno3j

— Lachlan Kennedy (@lachlan_kennedy) March 24, 2022

Mr Ward, who has repeatedly denied the allegations, said he had been suspended "based on allegations that I completely deny and that have yet to be tested in a court of law".

"I am extremely disappointed with that decision," he said in a statement on Thursday.

If this post brings up any issues for you, or if you just feel like you need to speak to someone, please call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) – the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. It doesn’t matter where you live, they will take your call and, if need be, refer you to a service closer to home.

You can also call safe steps 24/7 Family Violence Response Line on 1800 015 188 or visit www.safesteps.org.au for further information.

The Men’s Referral Service is also available on 1300 766 491 or via online chat at www.ntv.org.au.www.ntv.org.au.

2. Search for missing four-year-old Tasmanian girl. 

Almost 100 people are involved in a search for a four-year-old girl who went missing on the Tasman Peninsula and has not been seen for more than 24 hours.

Shayla Phillips was last seen about 2.30pm Wednesday near Stormlea Rd in Stormlea, wearing pink leggings, a cream top, and gumboots.

Police say she had been playing outside with dogs from a neighbouring property, and when her mother went to check on her after about half an hour, Shayla and the dogs were gone.

One of the dogs that was with her was found about 7pm on Wednesday about 800 metres from where she was last seen.

The search for a four-year-old girl missing on a remote farm in Tasmania is becoming increasingly desperate as it enters its third day.

Shayla Phillips was last seen playing in a backyard with two dogs around 2.30pm on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/dwKOKckfo9

— Sunrise (@sunriseon7) March 24, 2022

Inspector Gavin Hallett said police were increasingly concerned, with divers, drone operators and detectives working on the search effort with the State Emergency Service, Ambulance Tasmania and a rescue helicopter. 

"She is only four years of age and anybody who has to stay out in the elements, there are obviously concerns for their health and wellbeing," he told reporters on Thursday.

He said her family are understandably upset but staying strong.

"I've spoken to the mother, Bianca, and she's very stoic," he said. "She's a strong woman and hopeful we will find Shayla."

The Phillips family home is in an isolated area, surrounded by undulating pastures and dense bushland. Four nearby dams were searched and cleared on Wednesday night.

3. UN says more than 1,000 Ukrainians, including 90 kids, killed during war.

More than 1,000 people, including 90 children, have been killed in Ukraine since the start of Russia's invasion, the UN human rights agency says.

On Thursday, the United Nations human rights office confirmed at least 1,035 people had been killed and 1,650 wounded but said figures were believed to be considerably higher due to delays in reporting.

The U.N. Children's Fund (UNICEF) also said 4.3 million children, more than half of Ukraine's estimated 7.5 million  child population, have been displaced since the invasion.

"This includes more than 1.8 million children who have crossed into neighbouring countries as refugees and 2.5 million who are now internally displaced inside Ukraine," they said in a statement on Thursday. 

UN says more than 1,000 Ukrainians killed during war, Kyiv's navy destroys Russian warship https://t.co/EoqVJhmQ5I

— ABC News (@abcnews) March 24, 2022

Meanwhile, NATO has agreed to strengthen the military alliance's forces in eastern Europe, saying it will set up new combat units in Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary and Slovakia.

"We must ensure that the decision to invade a sovereign independent country is understood to be a strategic failure that carries with it ruinous costs for Putin and Russia," Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told the EU parliament.

Still, the pledges stopped short of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's calls for a full boycott of Russian energy and a no-fly zone over Ukraine.

4. Domestic violence continues to rise in NSW.

New data has shown the rates of domestic violence and sexual assault have continued to grow in NSW despite a decline in other crimes.

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research revealed this week the instances of domestic violence-related assault had risen 3.1 percent and sexual assault has risen by 4.8 percent between January 2017 to December 2021.

Disturbingly, domestic violence-related assault and sexual assault were the only crimes to increase, with all other crime rates either falling or remaining stable.

In some regional areas, the growth in those crimes were much higher than the state average.

Domestic violence-related assaults were up 39.5 per cent in the Bathurst region, 36.5 per cent in the Central Darling region, 36.2 percent in Burwood in inner west Sydney, and 29 percent in regional Armidale.

Domestic violence continues to rise in NSW https://t.co/xlOzfbl9pz

— Sofia Rita Belmonte (@Srb1970Rita) March 24, 2022

Support services for domestic and sexual violence victims, as well as local courts were allocated more than $148 million in the NSW budget last year by NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet, who was then the state's treasurer.

However, the opposition says some $12.7 million is still yet to be spent after nine months, and the program needs to be expanded.

Of 40 councils with rising rates of domestic violence-related assault, only 13 are serviced with SHLV programs.

If this post brings up any issues for you, or if you just feel like you need to speak to someone, please call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) – the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. It doesn’t matter where you live, they will take your call and, if need be, refer you to a service closer to home.

You can also call safe steps 24/7 Family Violence Response Line on 1800 015 188 or visit www.safesteps.org.au for further information.

The Men’s Referral Service is also available on 1300 766 491 or via online chat at www.ntv.org.au.www.ntv.org.au.

5. School kids strike for climate action today.

School students around the country will take to the streets today, joining a global day of climate action.

Students will hold dozens of protests and actions in the lead up to the federal election, including school walkouts and strikes from Tweed Heads in northern NSW, Geraldton in WA, Toowoomba in Queensland and Melbourne in Victoria.

Friday's School Strike 4 Climate will demand the federal government divert funding away from coal and gas projects and to clean, renewable energy, providing secure jobs and First Nations solutions.

Hunter students prepare for Newcastle School Strike 4 Climate https://t.co/ctPgXIVVOp

— Newcastle Herald (@newcastleherald) March 24, 2022

"We are at the edge of a climate catastrophe, and our federal government is doing nothing to save us," said Braydon Monahan, a 15-year-old from Tweed Heads.

"People only have to look outside of their windows to see what's happening to our planet, yet our politicians continue to distract us with greenwashing campaigns rather than actual climate policy.

"(Prime Minister Scott) Morrison's Government has shown us time and again that they do not care about the future of young Australians."

It comes after the Federal Court last week found the Australian government does not owe children protection from the harm caused by climate change.

And that's it, you're all up to speed. We'll keep you in the loop with more of the biggest news stories throughout the day. 

- With AAP. 

Red lipstick has been worn for thousands of years across many genders and cultures, interpreted as a sign of power, feminism, sexuality and pride.

But why do we place so much emphasis on this beauty product? And why do some of us either love or loathe wearing it?

To find out how a lipstick became such a powerful statement about who we are as individuals and a society, and how to find your perfect shade, The Quicky speaks to a stylist, a beauty guru, and an expert in identity to unlock the secrets and power of a red lip.

READ: 

• What women were talking about on Thursday
• What women were talking about on Wednesday
• What women were talking about on Tuesday
• What women were talking about on Monday

Feature image: Channel Nine.