Australia’s under-16 social media ban failing, study shows: What it means
Australia's internet regulator revealed in a recent study that teenagers are continuing to use social media despite ban.
World
aljazeera.com
03.08.2026
How Australia combines modern tech and Indigenous knowledge to fight fire
As Europe faces its worst wildfires in decades, Australia offers lessons in disaster preparedness.
World
bbc.co.uk
02.08.2026
Albanese eases demand that Australian data centers use only renewables
Two regions had expressed opposition to Canberra's earlier demand that data centers be powered by renewable energy.
World
japantimes.co.jp
27.08.2026
Nepal floods: Children as young as 11 among Australian tour group missing after flash flooding
Nepali tour operator fears 15 Australians who had been on a trekking tour near border with China have died after devastating floodingA Nepali tour operator says he fears that 15 Australians trekking w
World
theguardian.com
27.08.2026
Australia’s refugee intake to be slashed as Labor works to reduce migration amid One Nation pressure
Quota to fall by a third to Coalition-era levels in move that the Greens say makes Australia ‘meaner and weaker’ l, free app or daily news po
World
theguardian.com
27.08.2026
Australia's lizards and snakes disappearing faster than previously thought
Australia's lizards and snakes are facing a far more precarious future than previously understood, with a new review led by Monash University researchers revealing that around 127 species, or just ove
Science
phys.org
26.08.2026
Ending private health rebate for Australians 65 and over is ‘good policy change’, report co-author finds
Research finds just 0.1-0.4% of the total insured population will ditch insurance, while the government will save as much as $940m a year
World
theguardian.com
26.08.2026
Dollar nudges higher ahead of US inflation data; Aussie gains on rate bets
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
26.08.2026
I love trash TV, but Let’s Marry Harry is the most toxic thing on television
Culture
independent.co.uk
26.08.2026
Japan, Indonesia, Australia defense chiefs hold first-ever trilateral talks
The three agreed to promote defense cooperation, just weeks after Jakarta reached a deal with Beijing to boost military ties following joint naval drills east of Taiwan.
World
japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Australia wanted more US missiles. The Iran war risks making them harder to get.
Canberra is racing to build its own munitions industry as analysts warn U.S. weapons deliveries to allies could face delays.
Politics
politico.com
26.08.2026
Productivity Commission says ‘line was crossed’ when WA premier labelled them ‘east coast clowns’ over GST
Commissioner Angela Jackson also said it was ‘disappointing’ that Anthony Albanese had ruled out changes to Western Australia’s GST arrangements
World
theguardian.com
26.08.2026
Australia news live: man charged after allegedly stabbing woman with scissors in Melbourne
Woman and her son, who was allegedly punched, were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries on Tuesday. Follow updates live
World
theguardian.com
25.08.2026
Australia confronts its missile shortfall
If you’ve been forwarded this newsletter, you can sign up free here. ESSENTIALS DRIVING THE DAY NATIONAL CABINET: The meeting takes place in the Commonwealth Offices near Circular Quay. Here’s how the
Politics
politico.com
25.08.2026
Australia may face a rush of datacentre construction as AI firms look to dodge upcoming rules, experts say
Regulations will require new sites to avoid pushing up power prices by building renewable energy plants and minimising water use ustra
World
theguardian.com
25.08.2026
Australia Bans AI-Generated Tracks From Official Music Charts to ‘Promote the Human Nature of Artistry’
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), the trade group representing the country’s music industry, has banned wholly AI-generated songs from its weekly charts that showcase the most popu
Culture
variety.com
25.08.2026
Australia bans fully AI-generated songs from official music charts after viral Madonna cover
Josh Fawaz’s cover of Madonna’s 'Like a Prayer' became the most-played song on radio before its AI-generated vocals and drums were disclosed
Culture
independent.co.uk
25.08.2026
Australia’s music charts ban AI-made songs amid backlash over Madonna cover
Tracks that use AI in a 'supporting role' will still be eligible for inclusion in the official charts.
World
aljazeera.com
25.08.2026
Australia’s ideal team for South Africa tour still no clearer than before Bangladesh visit | Geoff Lemon
The quick-fire series in the Northern Territory did little to answer batting line-up questions and the top of the order remains an almighty jumbleCricket Australia didn’t host a Bangladesh Test for 23
Sport
theguardian.com
25.08.2026
eHarmony deceived Australian customers with ‘subscription traps’ that cost hundreds of dollars, court finds
Australian consumer watchdog says it received hundreds of complaints about the US-based dating site and its memberships l, free app or daily
World
theguardian.com
25.08.2026