Locals in Oregon could only watch as a beached whale struggled in the shallow surf. A local news site was reporting on the rescue efforts, but experts said they sadly did not expect the whale to survive. | ABC7

Her dream? A local bakery that feels like home. Her reality: a local bakery that feels like home—and ships everywhere. Take a look. | Wix

The local Thai community in Queensland’s Hervey Bay invited Dom Petch with four other monks to help raise money for the town’s first Buddhist temple. Before he became a monk, Melbourne-born Dom was an international model and actor. After developing what he calls “an unhealthy lifestyle”, he started seeking a higher purpose. 👉 To read more and stay in the know, download the ABC NEWS app. #ABCNewsQld #Buddhism #HerveyBay #BuddhistTemple #ThaiMonks #ExModel #LoveAndKindness #FeelGood | ABC Brisban