Car crashes into rugby supporters in Newcastle, Australia, injuring 10

A car crashed into a crowd of rugby league supporters in Newcastle, New South Wales, injuring 10 people, including three children. The incident occurred as fans gathered to farewell the local team, the Newcastle Knights, ahead of their grand final against the Sydney Roosters on Sunday. New South Wales police reported that two of the injured, a five-year-old girl and a 67-year-old man, were in critical condition, while the other eight were stable in hospital. Police arrested the 18-year-old driver, who is a rugby league fan, and stated that the crash is not believed to be related to terrorism. Newcastle Lord Mayor Gavin Morris indicated that the driver lost control of the vehicle while revving it in excitement. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed his thoughts for those injured in the incident, emphasizing that rugby league should bring joy to the community.