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11 hours ago
- Sky News AU
Head of man missing after alleged murder in Port Lincoln as police attempt to track movements of his partner Tamika Chesser
The head of a South Australian man is missing after he was brutally murdered last week. Former reality star Tamika Chesser, the man's partner, is accused of his murder and has been charged. She was arrested at the scene at the couple's home on the Flinders Highway in Port Lincoln on June 19, but police believe the murder of her partner, 39-year-old Julian Story, took place around midnight on Tuesday, June 17. CCTV footage has been reviewed by police of a woman, alleged to be Chesser, walking three dogs while dressed in a black hooded outfit. Detective Superintendent Darren Fielke told the media on Friday that Chesser "doesn't really use a vehicle" and that he hoped people would call in to help with her possible movements. He also said Mr Story's head had not been located. "It is crucial that we locate Julian's head," he said. "I can only imagine the grief this is causing Julian's family. "Julian's family are devastated." Chesser sported a shaved head as she appeared in court via a videolink from mental health facility James Nash House, according to Daily Mail Australia. She was refused bail by Magistrate Ben Sale at the hearing, and a committal hearing was scheduled for December. She is currently being held under a mental health detention order. Chesser, who was runner-up on her season of Beauty and the Geek, has also modelled for men's magazines including Playboy, Ralph and FHM. Emergency services were called to a property on Flinders Highway in Port Lincoln, South Australia last week following reports of a small fire. Detectives from the Major Crime Investigation Branch and Forensic Response Section officers flew to Port Lincoln last Thursday to assist local police with the investigation. Forensic officers spent several hours processing the crime scene. In a statement, Mr Story's family said they wanted to "sincerely thank the South Australian Police, emergency services, and first responders for their compassion and professionalism during this devastating time". "We are navigating an unimaginable loss, and your care has brought comfort amid the chaos," the statement said. "We are also deeply grateful to our family and friends and this extraordinary community whose kindness and support have helped carry us through. "Your prayers, presence and quiet strength mean more words can say."
Sky News AU
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Beauty and the Geek star, 34, charged with grisly murder of partner identified as 2010 runner-up Tamika Chesser
A reality TV star accused of the grisly murder of her partner in Port Lincoln has been identified. Tamika Chesser, 34, who starred in the Seven series Beauty and the Geek in 2010, appeared in court on Friday, charged with the murder of Julian Daniel Story. Chesser sported a shaved head as she appeared in court via a videolink from mental health facility James Nash House, according to Daily Mail Australia. She was refused bail by Magistrate Ben Sale at the hearing, and a committal hearing was scheduled for December. Chesser, who was runner-up on her season of Beauty and the Geek, has also modelled for men's magazines including Playboy, Ralph and FHM. MORE TO COME
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE The sickening image on public display at MONA in Tasmania that traumatised a visitor
An Aussie art gallery run by an eccentric millionaire is under fire for displaying a photograph which appears to show an act of bestiality. The image, by the Ukrainian artist Oleg Kulik, is on display at Hobart's Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). It shows a man apparently involved in a disturbing act with a dog - an image so graphic and offensive that Daily Mail Australia has chosen not to publish it. MONA is a major Tasmanian tourist attraction with a history of controversies, such as a legal battle over its women's-only 'Ladies Lounge' which reached the Tasmanian Supreme Court, and an admission that Picasso paintings on display were faked by the museum owner's wife. A visitor to the gallery, who wished to remain anonymous, told Daily Mail Australia that they were braced for confronting art during their visit but Kulik's photograph was a step too far. The image was displayed 'behind a curtained off section of the gallery that stated children were not allowed in, but they could easily access it', he said. 'I thought there would be images that were sexualised, but nothing that showed illegal acts. 'I was horrified and disturbed. 'I love art and am not closed minded, but for me, this was really awful and took days to recover from. It shook me to my core - it's not art - it's evil depravity.' The image, part of a series called Family of the Future, is not the only image of a naked Mr Kulik posing suggestively with dogs - part of a self-professed effort to break down the barrier between humans and animals. Mr Kulik is also known for performances in which he assumes the role of a chained, aggressive dog and attacks visitors. Bestiality is illegal in Australia but only NSW, Western Australia and Tasmania have banned the possession, distribution and production of materials depicting the act. This month the NSW Animal Justice Party called for bestiality porn to be made a federal offence. MONA was founded by the millionaire gambler and art collector David Walsh, with his wife Kirsha Kaechele acting as a curator. Mr Walsh, from Hobart, made his fortune in professional gambling - first by counting cards in casinos, and then by using self-designed computer programs to bet on the horses. He opened MONA in 2011 to show off his extensive art collection, describing the venue as a 'subversive adult Disneyland'. The museum has become known for embracing dark imagery and pushing the boundaries of what is perceived as art. Mr Walsh is committed to funding the museum himself, although it has received millions of dollars in state funding for festivals: summer's Mona Foma, which ceased running last year, and the ongoing winter festival Dark Mofo. Adult Tasmanians get into the museum for a discounted $5 fee, while non-Tasmanians pay $39 for entry. A Deloitte study for the 2017-18 financial year found that MONA had contributed $135million to Tasmania's economy and supported more than 1,000 jobs. Supporters over the years have included Anthony Albanese, who visited the museum in the lead-up to the 2019 election, and was photographed with Mr Walsh. The facility has consistently made headlines for displaying provocative art. In 2021, Mr Walsh had to pull a project featuring Union Jack soaked with blood donated by Indigenous people. Spanish artist Santiago Sierra's piece sparked calls for a boycott of Dark Mofo, with one critic slamming the work as 'abusive shock jock art'. The festival had made an appeal on social media for Indigenous Australians to donate their blood to the project. In an apology, Mr Walsh said he had been 'naive' in approving the piece, and he had thought it would appeal to the 'usual leftie demographic'. A year earlier, MONA had also come under fire over its exhibit, Eat the Problem, which showed a 'deconstructed' rabbit laid out in pieces on a table. The museum defended the display, insisting that eating invasive species like rabbits was more sustainable than culling them. Christians were also outraged when Dark Mofo placed inverted crosses around Hobart in 2018, while in 2017 there was fury over the inclusion of a bull's carcass in one of the festival performances.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Australia News LIVE: Polar blast strikes Australia causes flight delays and wild winds: What you need to know
Millions of Aussies have woken to chilly conditions as a cold front sweeps across NSW. A severe weather warning for damaging winds is in place for large parts of the state and the ACT The warning impacts the Sydney, Illawarra and Hunter regions, the South Coast, Southern Tablelands and parts of Mid North Coast, Central Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and Northern Tablelands. In Sydney's south-east, strong winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with damaging wind gusts of up to around 90 km/h are possible throughout the day. High winds have already wreaked havoc at Australia's busiest airport on Wednesday. 'Due to high winds, airport operations may be affected throughout the day,' an airport spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia. 'We recommend passengers check the status of their flight with their airline before traveling to the airport and we thank passengers for their patience and understanding.' Travellers heading to the airport are urged to check their flight details and expect delays.
Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Beauty and the Geek star forced to deny 'upsetting' false murder rumour
A former contestant on Australian reality TV show Beauty and the Geek has had to clear up rumours that she was involved in a murder. On Thursday, a man's body was discovered at a property in the city of Port Lincoln after police and emergency services were called at around 3.25pm following reports of a small fire. A 34-year-old woman – who is believed to have known the man – was arrested at the scene and has been charged with murder, South Australia Police stated in a press release. Following the report, reality TV star Kiera Johnstone, 26, posted a lengthy statement on social media stressing that she was not the woman who was arrested. It had previously been reported in publications including Daily Mail Australia that the woman charged with murder is a former star of Beauty and the Geek. Johnstone, who won the show in 2021, wrote on her Instagram Stories: 'Hi everyone. A former contestant from Beauty and the Geek has been charged with a very serious crime. 'Although no names have been released, for reasons beyond my understanding, there has been speculation online suggesting that I am involved.' She said she wanted to be 'absolutely clear' that she was 'not involved in any way' and has not been charged with a crime. 'I have literally never even had a parking fine. The allegations being discussed have nothing to do with me, and the fact that I even need to say this is incredibly upsetting,' she continued. 'It's deeply disturbing to see people spreading false information, making assumptions and sharing screenshots. Johnstone said that she 'understands the internet can be quick to judge' but the online speculation had been 'damaging and invasive.' 'If you are part of the group fuelling this – sharing, gossiping or silently watching – I ask you to please stop,' she urged. 'This is not entertainment. This is a serious situation that involves real victims. you're literally sick if you think this is at all funny. More Trending 'As this has nothing to do with me, this will be the only time I speak on the matter. 'Thank you to those who reached out with kindness and common sense.' In the department's press release, South Australia Police outlined: 'Police believe both the man and woman are known to each other and there are no community safety concerns.' The woman has been refused bail and remains in custody. It has been reported that the man's cause of death has not yet been determined. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: Australian thriller lauded as 'breathtaking' by fans soars to number 1 on Netflix MORE: Disturbing documentary about 'most evil reality show ever' now streaming on BBC MORE: Kim Woodburn's transformation from 'Queen of the Clean' to Celebrity Big Brother legend
