Australian social media users to be offered choice to opt out of algorithms
A government statement said on Tuesday social media platforms would be required to send a notification to new and existing users offering them a choice over their default feed.
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08.09.2026
Suspected killers of Australian brothers and their American friend go on trial in Mexico
Trial court told witnesses intimidated at behest of suspects ahead of proceedings
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independent.co.uk
08.09.2026
Australian ‘mushroom murderer’ Erin Patterson to get ‘taxpayer-funded’ Ozempic jabs in jail
Patterson approved for weight-loss drug due to her solitary confinement, according to report
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independent.co.uk
08.09.2026
Mexico trial begins of men charged with killing of Australian surfers and American
Three men are on trial in Mexico for the 2024 murders of two Australian brothers and their American friend
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08.09.2026
Social media users could opt out of the algorithm if Australian government has its way – but that’s a big if
Even if the legislation passes, tech companies may still find ways to frustrate its intent and keep Australians hooked on their feedSocial media could become a “choose your own adventure” between the
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08.09.2026
'Good to have choice': Australians on opting out of social media algorithms
The BBC spoke to people in Sydney about Australia's plans to force social media companies to allow users to easily opt in or out of personalised algorithms.
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08.09.2026
Andrew Hastie threatens One Nation with ‘costly’ fight over claims he is a ‘traitor’ to Australia
Liberal MP says One Nation is trying to unseat him because he gave evidence against Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-SmithAndrew Hastie has threatened Pauline Hanson and One Nation strategist Jame
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08.09.2026
Accused killers of American and Australian surfers go on trial in Mexico
Brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and Jack Carter Rhoad were on a surfing trip to Mexico's Pacific coast in April 2024 when they were shot dead in Baja California.
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08.09.2026
Trial over alleged murders of Australian surfer brothers starts in Mexico
The bodies of Jake and Callum Robinson and their US friend were found with gunshot wounds to their heads.
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08.09.2026
Australia politics live: John Howard warns about limiting immigration; Barnaby Joyce says super plan to have ‘minute’ inflationary effect
Former prime minister, John Howard, has warned political parties against banning migration from certain countries as the debate over Australia’s immigration settings continues.The 87-year-old wa
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07.09.2026
Alleged killers of Australian surfers and American friend go on trial in Mexico
Three men on trial for killing Jake and Callum Robinson and Jack Carter Rhoad in Baja California in 2024The alleged killers of two Australian surfers and an American at a Mexican surfing hotspot in 20
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07.09.2026
Record strength El Niño could mean bigger supermarket bills for Australians, experts warn
Predicted hot and dry weather in growing areas in eastern Australia identified as ‘one of the key issues’ that will affect food prices over next 12 months
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theguardian.com
07.09.2026
Sydney woman becomes first in Australia to be buried in mushroom coffin
Biodegradable casket breaks down into soil within 45 days of burial
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independent.co.uk
07.09.2026
Radiohead announce 2027 tour with shows in Australia and Japan
UK band will play 16 shows across Perth, Melbourne and Sydney, as well as five shows in SaitamaRadiohead will return to Australia to play 16 shows across three cities next year, marking the band’s fir
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07.09.2026
Iranian women footballers speak out on national anthem protest after claiming asylum in Australia
Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh claimed asylum in Australia following the national anthem protest at the Women’s Asian Cup
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independent.co.uk
07.09.2026
Australia’s top bureaucrats want to block sharing of clips from parliament on social media to save them from ‘ridicule’
Secretaries board concerned material posted without proper context as Greens warn ban could result in lack of transparencyThe nation’s top bureaucrats want the Albanese government to ban video footage
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07.09.2026
Iranian soccer players who sought asylum in Australia say anthem silence was protest against Tehran
Two members of the Iranian women’s soccer team who claimed asylum in Australia have confirmed their pivotal refusal to sing the national anthem during the Women’s Asian Cup in March was a protest agai
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07.09.2026
Australia’s One Nation party proposes pension shake-up to boost take-home pay
Pauline Hanson, the leader of the right-wing party, argues the move — criticized by the ruling Labor party — would give people more of their own money when they need it.
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japantimes.co.jp
07.09.2026
Australians will be able to switch off social media algorithms under planned legislation
Firms like Meta, Google and TikTok should face "substantial" penalties if they don't give the option, minister says.
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bbc.co.uk
07.09.2026
Australia’s proposed ‘opt out’ law targets Big Tech algorithms
Social media platforms face scrutiny over addictive algorithms; new law aims to give Australians greater feed control.
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aljazeera.com
07.09.2026