West Coast confirm interest in Bobby Hill after Collingwood exit
The 2023 Norm Smith medallist wants another AFL opportunity. Fremantle have ruled him out, while St Kilda say they have not discussed him.
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Pope's AI adviser warns Australia over copyright reform risks
Father Paolo Benanti says allowing AI training without permission could leave Australian creators' work generating profits and tax revenue overseas.
Senate removes private health rebate bill from agenda
Health Minister Mark Butler plans to reintroduce the unchanged legislation, which would reduce rebates for Australians aged 65 and over.
NSW transport trials sensors to detect dangerous activity
Transport for NSW says the trial has detected 350 rail corridor crossings at Kingswood and some 500 instances of dangerous pedestrian activity on the Hume Highway.
Walters leaves fullback contest open despite Walsh selection
James Tedesco will get his opportunity against Fiji in Brisbane after being rested for Australia's Rugby League World Cup opener against New Zealand.
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West Coast lands Rivers and Viney as AFL trade period closes
Lifelong Eagles supporter Trent Rivers said he shed happy tears after his move from Melbourne was confirmed.
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Victoria signs off on 219-turbine Warracknabeal energy project
Federal approval is still required for the proposed wind farm, which WestWind Energy says could power 1.2 million homes.
Senate removes private health rebate bill from agenda
Health Minister Mark Butler plans to reintroduce the unchanged legislation, which would reduce rebates for Australians aged 65 and over.
Tractor protest in Mudgee as Bowdens mine faces fresh assessment
The NSW Independent Planning Commission has begun three days of hearings after a court overturned approval for the A$1 billion project.
Severe storms damage homes and businesses in Central Australia
Alice Springs businesses reported building damage and food losses, while cattle stations were hit by destructive winds and large hailstones.
SA politicians demand full delivery of Murray-Darling Basin Plan
Liberal senator Andrew McLachlan joined a cross-party gathering alongside conservation advocates backing water purchases, despite the Coalition's opposition to buybacks.
Anthony De Ceglie resigns as Perth Bears chief executive
Gareth Holmes will become interim CEO as the club prepares for its first pre-season and entry into the NRL.
Seven retains Tour Down Under rights in multi-year deal
The agreement covers full live coverage of both races, with the 2027 men’s and women’s events overlapping from 22 to 24 January.
Nolans rare earths project marks construction milestone in NT
Arafura's A$1.8 billion project near Alice Springs is due to have its mine and processing plant built over three years, the company's chief executive says.
Ayr seafood business fears supply loss ahead of reef gillnet ban
Temporary gillnet licences expire on 30 June 2027, while fishers are seeking a three-year delay to the ban.
Queensland football clubs seek pause on new registration fee model
More than 100 clubs have raised affordability concerns, while Football Queensland disputes claims of sharp increases under its 2027 fee structure.
Firmus float withdrawal raises questions over Tasmanian projects
Opponents of three northern Tasmanian data centre proposals welcomed the withdrawal, while Firmus said it remained able to pursue its plans.
Firmus plans to allocate about half of IPO to existing investors
The Australian data centre operator has set an A$11 share price and is due to begin trading on the ASX on 23 October.
ASD shifts cyber security framework from maturity scores to evidence
The Essential Eight replacement prioritises identity services and internet-facing devices, but a deadline for mandatory adoption has not been set.
Pope's AI adviser warns Australia over copyright reform risks
Father Paolo Benanti says allowing AI training without permission could leave Australian creators' work generating profits and tax revenue overseas.
NSW transport trials sensors to detect dangerous activity
Transport for NSW says the trial has detected 350 rail corridor crossings at Kingswood and some 500 instances of dangerous pedestrian activity on the Hume Highway.
Tasmania plans community fund contributions from AI data centres
Contribution amounts and enforcement arrangements remain undecided, but Premier Jeremy Rockliff says the requirement will cover projects already approved.
Kogan deploys Salesforce AI agent for customer support
The retailer says its agent can handle 10 types of support requests, including order tracking, voucher redemption and identity verification.
De Goey and Houston to remain at Collingwood after trade deadline
The Magpies added Lachie Neale, Jesse Hogan and Flynn Riley during the trade and free agency window but missed out on Richmond defender Jayden Short.
Australia completes Bangladesh ODI sweep with eight-wicket win
Megan Schutt took 4-16 and earned both player awards, while unbeaten innings from Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland sealed the chase.
Adelaide reject North Melbourne's four-pick bid for Nick Murray
The Crows cited their defensive depth after Jordon Butts' departure, with Murray remaining under contract.
Australia sweep Bangladesh ODI series after Schutt takes four wickets
Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland shared an unbeaten 137-run partnership as Australia won the final match by eight wickets.
Fiona O'Byrne wins Lester portrait prize for Luci, now
The Melbourne artist receives A$50,000, while Perth honours student Yasamin Khadembashi wins the A$10,000 emerging artist award.