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Ex-tropical cyclone has resulted in mass blackouts and multiple rescues across Qld and northern NSW.

More than 250,000 homes lost power — the biggest loss in Qld in more than a decade.

Major flood warnings are in place.

A 17-year-old boy will face court after allegedly boarding a Jetstar plane with a loaded shotgun near Geelong.

Police say he breached a security fence at Avalon Airport in an incident described by aviation experts as "unacceptable".

The boy, who was overpowered by a passenger after being spotted by a flight attendant, will appear in a children's court charged with numerous offences.

Sean Baker's sex worker drama Anora has won Best Picture at the 97th Academy Awards.

The 25-year-old star of Anora, Mikey Maddison, shocked viewers by winning Best Actress.

Best Actor winner Adrien Brody gave a heartfelt speech.

And there was a standing ovation for the Wicked stars who opened the show.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called Marty Sheargold's comments about the Matildas "completely unacceptable" and "offensive".

Radio broadcaster Sheargold "parted ways" with Triple M after making the comments about the Matildas on-air during his drive time show.

Among other things, Sheargold said the Matildas behave like "year 10 girls".

Jane Fonda received the Life Achievement Award and urged Hollywood to stand together in the face of a tumultuous political landscape.

Timothée Chalamet, 29, became the youngest SAG Best Actor winner for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown.

Demi Moore won Best Actress for The Substance, putting her in the lead for the Oscar after losing the BAFTA to Mikey Madison in Anora.

Papal drama Conclave won Best Picture, with the cast sending their well wishes to Pope Francis, who is currently unwell.