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First Aussie state to get digital birth certificates
One group of Australians will soon have access for the first time to a digital birth certificate on their mobile phone.
Optus rocked by another major outage
A Liberal MP has lashed Optus after an outage that left 14,000 Australians unable to ring triple-0, saying it is unacceptable".
‘You are right’: Huge power bill admission
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley's deputy has made a stunning admission on a key issue affecting all Australians.
One dead after freak storms sweep NSW
A man has died after being struck by a tree during a series of brutal storms across NSW that left a path of destruction.
Chinese EV that’s worrying the big carmakers
This Chinese carmaker's latest hybrid SUV proves the brand has evolved into a serious competitor.
Monster 250km hailstorm to smash Sydney
Wild images have captured the extent of a brutal storm that pelted Sydney with large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain.
Car giant plans bold Ferrari takeover
An unexpected brand is planning to challenge the world's best with a machine that could reshape the motoring landscape forever.
The secret plan to fight deadly EV fires: a big bucket
An EV bath that sits abandoned on an Aussie motorway has unveiled a secret government deal that no one wants to talk about.
‘It’s real’: Aussie-made hydrogen flying machine
An Aussie company's revolutionary aircraft that takes off like a helicopter but flies like a plane has moved beyond the testing phase into production.
Court case documents say Meta attempted to hide study that showed users were ‘less depressed’ after deleting Facebook
Damning details from a US court case have claimed to uncover a scandal that one employee likened to the tobacco industry.
Schools close, ‘catastrophic’ weather warning
Schools have closed as Aussies brace for extreme heat, catastrophic" fire danger, and the threat of more wild thunderstorms.
Optus rocked by another major outage
More than 14,000 customers have been left without coverage and unable to call emergency services amid a significant" Optus outage.
New ‘bazooka’ to be sold to Aussie public
This outrageous new machine shows why Australian authorities are concerned by the rapid and dramatic emergence of new technology.
Korea’s plan to take on Ferrari
An unexpected brand is planning to challenge the world's best with a machine that could reshape the supercar landscape forever.
Schools close, ‘catastrophic’ weather warning
Schools in one state have closed today as Aussies brace for extreme heat, catastrophic" fire danger, and the threat of more wild thunderstorms.
China visit sparks security shutdown
Parliament House staff have been issued a warning ahead of a visit from the third-highest ranking member of the Chinese government.
Fisker’s failure is a warning for Aussie drivers
The catastrophic failure of an electric car brand in the US has become a huge red flag for Aussie motorists and the grim future they now face.
Doctors battle AI in wild showdown
Teams of masked doctors have gone head-to-head with AI in an extraordinary live showdown in China.
‘No doubt’: Labor’s huge claim on new laws
Labor has made a big claim about its ability to pass historic changes to Australia's environmental laws despite needing the support of a sceptical crossbench.
‘Wrecking ball’: Jim Chalmers’ $11bn warning
The Treasurer has delivered a brutal verdict on the Coalition's decision to ditch net zero - warning it will kill private capital earmarked for a critical sector.
Major call as top China official tours Aus
China's third-highest ranking political figure has gotten up close with Aussie wildlife on his Down Under tour, amid Penny Wong making a major call on Beijing's consequential" relationship with the Pacific.
Real reason behind BOM’s $96m bungle
The unbelievable" reason behind the staggering taxpayer cost of the Bureau of Meteorology's new website bungle has been revealed.
Eerie prediction has entire world on alert
Germany's defence minister has issued a chilling warning about the future of the world, and it has the entire planet on alert.
Albo joins global Trump rebuke
Anthony Albanese says a declaration rebuking Donald Trump is a good thing".
‘Loyalty’: Big question on minister’s new role
The minister charged with directing Australia's climate and energy future is getting a new role with the UN, raising a huge question about his loyalty.
Major update on wild Top End cyclone
Authorities have warned Territorians could be smashed by wind gusts of up to 120kmh and endure flash flooding after Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina strengthened.
Missing detail in Coalition’s energy plan
How the Coalition's coal-backed energy plan will bring down both emissions and power prices remains unclear", an expert says.
Teens brace for social media cut-off
Experts say an upcoming social media ban may disrupt young Australians' online lives, while kids hurry to export photos, videos and messages.
Top End smashed by Cyclone Fina
A collapsed hospital roof, 200km/h winds and widespread flooding have marked the long night Territorians endured as Cyclone Fina churned past the coast.
‘Unforgivable’: BOM bungle gets worse
The Bureau of Meteorology's new website has come under fire after the agency confirmed the total cost was far beyond initial estimates.
Congressman wants eSafety boss to testify
A US congressman has demanded Australia's eSafety boss face Congress over what he calls her foreign censorship regime" threatening American speech.
Another huge app added to age ban
Another widely used platform will soon join Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat on the government's list of age-restricted services.
‘Wish it hadn’t’: Car giant’s ‘huge regret’
Ever done something and then wished you hadn't and the feeling just won't go away? That's how this global car giant could be left feeling after its latest questionable move.
‘There it is’: issue with ‘perfect’ Aussie car
This cracking new car could be the perfect vehicle for millions of Aussies, if it wasn't for one major issue.
Wild scenes as cyclone passes major city
Gale-force winds with gusts of up to 205km are lashing Darwin and part of the city's hospital roof has collapsed as Tropical Cyclone Fina bears down on the Top End.
Australia’s big move on Russian cybercrime
Two Russian tech firms have been blacklisted by Australia for helping criminals launch devastating ransomware attacks that have crippled local businesses.
Wild scenes as cyclone passes major city
Gale-force winds with gusts of up to 205km are lashing Darwin as Tropical Cyclone Fina bears down on the Top End.
When ‘dangerous’ cyclone will hit major city
Australians are bracing for a tough night" with thousands expected to be hit by destructive winds as Tropical Cyclone Fina intensifies.
‘Dangerous’ cyclone intensifies to category 3
Those in the path of the dangerous" category 3 cyclone have been urged to seek shelter and remain calm, as winds reach up to 185 km/h.
‘We see you’: UK’s warning to Putin
Russia has been accused of another extremely dangerous" provocative act, which has prompted ominous comments of assertive relatiation" from the UK.
Warning as cyclone set to hit major Aussie city
Authorities have warned Tropical Cyclone Fina could intensify into a category 3 storm as it moves towards a major Top End population centre.
‘Listen’: Plea as cyclone strengthens
The Northern Territory faces escalating danger as Tropical Cyclone Fina strengthens to Category 2, moving slowly toward the Cobourg Peninsula and Darwin.
‘Kill switch’: Aus buses face ‘China hacking threat’
An urgent probe has been launched by authorities into Chinese-made buses used for public transport in Australia amid fears they could be hacked.
‘Action now’: warning as cyclone looms
A cyclone packing winds of up to 155km/h is set to slam into the Top End, with emergency services warning residents they need to be prepared now.
‘Listen’: Plea as cyclone strengthens
Australians in the Top End are being urged to stay vigilant as an intensifying tropical cyclone approaches.
‘Re-intensifying’: Cyclone warning for Darwin
A cyclone warning has been declared for Darwin as Tropical Cyclone Fina moves in, with residents being urged to start preparing.
‘What Aussies need’: new ute’s bold promise
Unlike any that has come before it this new Aussie ute, specifically tuned for conditions Down Under is making some big promises it plans to keep.
‘Danger’: Island in firing line of cyclone
Residents on an island off the Northern Territory have been urged to take immediate action, with a warning any delay could put their lives at risk.
Aus teens sent bombshell FB, Insta alert
Thousands of teenagers have been issued a warning by Meta, with just weeks until Australia's world-first social media ban takes effect.
‘Kill switch’: Aus buses face ‘China threat’
An urgent probe has been launched by authorities into Chinese-made buses used for public transport in Australia amid fears they could be hacked.
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