VCAA investigates website hack during Victorian exams
The assessment authority says there is no indication papers for 11 November or previous weeks were accessed. Exams continue until 18 November.
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Queensland wind farm pipeline faces construction delays
The state holds half the nation's proposed onshore wind capacity, but projects take about three years on average to complete.
Gilchrist and Waugh urge cricket to move past ball-tampering dispute
Cricket Australia will not reopen its investigation into the 2018 scandal, despite renewed claims and conflicting accounts from players.
Sinner aims for Australian Open return as knee recovery continues
The Italian could play a Saudi exhibition before Melbourne, while Australian coach Darren Cahill has departed after four years.
eSafety disputes censorship concerns over online safety bill
The Digital Duty of Care legislation has cleared the House of Representatives but requires crossbench backing in the Senate.
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Tame Impala named among Coachella's 2027 headliners
Australian acts including Gang of Youths, Genesis Owusu, Odd Mob and Dream Boat will make their festival debuts in California.
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Storms leave more than 58,000 Qld households without power
Logan accounts for most outages, while storm damage to a Jimboomba substation is affecting more than 9,000 Scenic Rim properties.
WA humpback sightings fall 60% as researchers raise concerns
Researchers also observed fewer calves, while a Griffith University scientist says whale entanglements across Australia reached 60 in 2026.
Baldon Wind Farm approved for 175 turbines near Hay
The NSW project faces road and rehabilitation conditions, while its initial grid connection will limit how much of its planned capacity it can use.
NT Labor pledges new Darwin hospital, with Berrimah among possible sites
Federal funding remains uncommitted as the opposition considers Defence land in Berrimah or the existing Tiwi site for a replacement hospital.
Rockliff takes full 22% pay increase after initially capping rise
The Tasmanian premier's annual salary is now A$369,000, as a health union questions the government's smaller wage offer to nurses.
Queensland wind farm pipeline faces construction delays
The state holds half the nation's proposed onshore wind capacity, but projects take about three years on average to complete.
Qantas plans 850 corporate job cuts as work shifts overseas
A multi-year Accenture partnership will initially affect finance, procurement and marketing, with the first changes expected by mid-2027.
Uplyft to close childcare centres in three regional WA towns
Mount Barker and Katanning centres will shut by the end of December 2026, followed by Kojonup in the first half of 2027.
RBA brings Prosegur Australia under cash distribution regulation
The Armaguard subsidiary becomes a regulated entity under the Cash Distribution Framework Act 2026 following consultation.
China Southern to suspend Darwin–Guangzhou flights
The last scheduled departure is on 3 December, ending the NT’s only direct air connection with China.
RBA lifts cash rate to 4.85% as inflation outlook worsens
The board voted six to three for a 25-basis-point rise, with inflation now forecast to reach the target range only in late 2027.
Australian inflation reaches 4.3% ahead of RBA rate decision
Underlying inflation also increased in September, with the annual trimmed mean reaching 3.6% before the Reserve Bank's November meeting.
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.
eSafety disputes censorship concerns over online safety bill
The Digital Duty of Care legislation has cleared the House of Representatives but requires crossbench backing in the Senate.
Di Newell takes over as V/Line chief information officer
Newell joins the Victorian regional transport operator after serving as Bendigo Health’s chief digital services officer.
Google warns Australian safety bill could bar under-18s from Gmail
The proposed Digital Duty of Care legislation would require internet companies to address harmful content or risk fines of up to A$109 million.
ANZ adds governance layer as use of AI agents grows
The bank says its enterprise AI control plane will impose operating limits and halt activity that falls outside them.
Mark Potter joins Australian Unity as technology executive
The former Optus CIO succeeds Mark Gay, who retired after just over four years overseeing technology, digital and transformation.
Diesel Herrington wins maiden Socceroos call-up
The Central Coast defender hopes to represent Australia with his younger brother Lucas after an injury-free start to the A-League Men season.
Minjee Lee ends season without LPGA Tour Championship berth
The Australian golfer has opted out of The ANNIKA while ranked 79th in the points standings, with only 60 players qualifying for the finale.
John Strange leaves NSW women's Origin coaching role after two series wins
The NSWRL will seek a replacement before a March training camp, with the Blues' opening match scheduled for 30 April in Newcastle.
Cooper Bai chooses Storm for 2028 move from Titans
The 20-year-old forward has agreed to a three-year deal with his father Marcus’s former club after being widely expected to join the Chiefs.
Gilchrist and Waugh urge cricket to move past ball-tampering dispute
Cricket Australia will not reopen its investigation into the 2018 scandal, despite renewed claims and conflicting accounts from players.
Bennetts Lane Jazz Club opens in Brunswick warehouse
Michael Tortoni’s new venue accommodates more than 300 people and includes recording facilities for studio sessions and live performances.
Powerhouse Parramatta to open with 23-day festival
Five inaugural exhibitions will include a space show, a tribute to shopping malls and British artist Es Devlin’s first Australian exhibition.
Sydney Mardi Gras afterparty to return in 2027 at stadium venue
The post-parade celebration will be held beneath Sydney Football Stadium after financial losses forced organisers to cancel the 2026 party.
Matt Stone to lead Taronga Zoo restaurant revamp
Me-Gal by Matt Stone is due to open in Mosman on 15 December 2026, offering à la carte and set menus to zoo visitors and other diners.
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.