Walters weighs fullback choice after Tedesco helps Australia beat Fiji
James Tedesco set up three tries in the Kangaroos’ 36-22 win, leaving coach Kevin Walters to choose between his captain and Reece Walsh.
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Foodbank reports rise in Australian households going hungry
The charity's 2026 report puts the number at 3.6 million households, with 69% of those experiencing food insecurity affected for the first time.
Labuschagne's Test place uncertain after change to training routine
Josh Inglis is available after a finger fracture as Australia weigh their batting options for the series decider in Cape Town.
IAG puts finance data clean-up at centre of SAP migration
The insurer says removing 40% of its company codes has reduced migration requirements and helped finance teams close accounts faster.
Feeney wins Gold Coast 500 as Wood misses Supercars finals cut
Walkinshaw TWG's attempt to lift Ryan Wood into the next round fell short, while Anton De Pasquale recovered to keep his title hopes alive.
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Coalition puts proposed budget savings at A$31.3 billion
The partial costings cover cuts to climate and housing programs, alongside plans to remove welfare and NDIS eligibility from permanent residents.
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South Coast rail promised A$6.8 billion overhaul under NSW Labor
The election commitment would extend electric services to Bomaderry, with planning expected to start in 2027 and construction completed in the mid to late 2030s.
Foodbank reports rise in Australian households going hungry
The charity's 2026 report puts the number at 3.6 million households, with 69% of those experiencing food insecurity affected for the first time.
Queensland flood warnings as Mary River rises and more storms loom
The Mary River at Tiaro could reach major flood level, while a Watch and Act alert remains active around the Theresa Creek Dam catchment.
Western Sydney airport opens for passenger flights
Jetstar’s inaugural Gold Coast service is sold out, with Melbourne departures also starting on 25 October 2026.
NSW drops planned changes to T4, T8 and South Coast trains
The government says it will prioritise reliability after passengers and local MPs raised concerns about the proposed timetable.
Airbnb to ban check-out chore lists for guests paying cleaning fees
A Sydney host club leader says basic tasks are reasonable but acknowledges some property owners have demanded too much.
Snowy 2.0 cost could reach A$25 billion as completion slips to 2029
Snowy Hydro has set a target cost of A$22 billion, with provision for another A$3 billion if needed.
Alinta Energy drops Oven Mountain pumped hydro plans
The proposed A$1.8 billion development in northern NSW has been deemed unviable, with Alinta citing economic and timing difficulties.
NAB workers face contest for remaining roles under job cuts
The bank plans to eliminate 2,500 positions by June, including 1,500 before Christmas, with corporate staff most affected.
Workers urge ATO to step up unpaid super recovery
About A$6 billion in super goes unpaid each year, while independent reports put the tax office’s recovery rate at about 15%.
NextDC loses 40% as power constraints force forecast cuts
The data centre operator has put new developments and land purchases on hold while electricity and planning delays affect its Melbourne expansion.
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.
IAG puts finance data clean-up at centre of SAP migration
The insurer says removing 40% of its company codes has reduced migration requirements and helped finance teams close accounts faster.
ABC wipes staff devices after exposure to spyware-linked ads
The broadcaster says it has found no evidence of compromise, while researchers say more than two dozen Australian organisations were targeted.
Government counters ESA offer for Bennell-Pegg space flight
The Commonwealth has not revealed its proposed financial contribution, with a response from the European Space Agency expected by the end of 2026.
AGL records 500,000 customer passkey enrolments
The utility says customers using passkeys typically cut their average login time by 30 seconds, with adoption reaching 30.5%.
Suntory Oceania expands AI investment and explores SAP automation
The beverage maker has moved about 90% of its datasets to Databricks and is expanding access to Copilot Pro.
Fowler sets up City goal as derby draw ends winning start
Ellie Carpenter played the full 90 minutes in Chelsea's 3-1 win over Crystal Palace, which put Chelsea top on goal difference.
Kane meets Collingwood board amid AFLW player uncertainty
Captain Ruby Schleicher has announced she will return to Western Australia, while six other Magpies players are out of contract.
Brisbane to open 2027 Gather Round against Adelaide
Zak Butters will face former club Port Adelaide in the closing match, with nine games scheduled across four days in South Australia.
Rebecca Henderson sets race walk marathon world record in Japan
The Victorian broke the previous mark by 19 seconds on her marathon debut, while fellow Australian Elizabeth McMillen won the half-marathon.
Rosalie Gascoigne exhibition brings Canberra landscapes to the NGA
The exhibition includes works made from discarded materials collected around Canberra and will run from 24 October to 14 February.
Harrie Fasher wins A$70,000 Sculpture by the Sea award
Her steel and bronze sculpture, Unveiling the Edges of the Sky, is among more than 100 works exhibited between Bondi and Tamarama.
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.