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Australian regulators are investigating if Anthropic’s AI models could pose a threat to online security across the financial system.

RBA, ASIC look into ‘cyber risks’ from Anthropic’s AI models

Australian regulators are investigating if Anthropic’s AI models could pose a threat to online security across the financial system.

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Slapping a tax on gas exports could ultimately hurt Australians already facing soaring power bills. 

Why a tax on gas exports would hurt everyday Australians

A call by the Greens and independent senator David Pocock to slap a 25 per cent tax on Australia’s third biggest export could end up hurting everyday consumers reeling from soaring electricity bills.

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The NDIS cost will top $50 billion this financial year.

The NDIS encapsulates what is wrong with modern Australia

AARON PATRICK: Health Minister Mark Butler’s plan to bring the welfare scheme under control is a good start but avoids serious reform.

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Aussies heading for Dawn Services on Anzac Day may be in for some warmer-than-usual temperatures as an unusual system develops off the south coast.

‘Super rare’ weather event looms for major city

The weather pattern has raised alarms about a ‘super rare’ event that may be hurtling towards the coast earlier than expected. 

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Daniel Clavell stabbed four people on a Moonee Ponds shopping strip after he was caught shoplifting. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS)

Unprovoked stabbing spree leaves victims traumatised

A man who targeted strangers in a series of random attacks across city suburbs over a six-week period has been jailed.

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As his accusers hide behind a veil of anonymity and legal immunity, Australia’s most decorated soldier is standing up and fighting to clear his name.

The Ben Roberts-Smith saga is a test of our national values

As his accusers hide behind a veil of anonymity and legal immunity, Australia’s most decorated soldier is standing up and fighting to clear his name.

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Actor Alicia Gardiner is accused of twisting a Parliament House worker's breast during a protest. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

Actor accused of breaking 'girl code' in breast assault

A television actor has fronted court after being accused of twisting a parliament worker's breast while she was being evicted during a protest.

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Major airline drops huge domestic flight sale

A major Australian airline has slashed prices on 1.5 million domestic flights across the country - with fares starting as low as $55.

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The mum issued an urgent warning to Aussies travelling to the Indonesian hot spot.

Mum warns Bali holidaymakers over daughter’s medical woes

‘We talked about avoiding other things but clearly I should have added this to the list!’

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How Iran war could add $85K to house construction cost

The cost of building a house in Australia is expected to soar by double digits in the coming year with bathroom suppliers Reece and Tradelink announcing big increases to piping costs.

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The Australian actress named Charlotte MacInnes at the centre of a celebrity court fight.

Rising Aussie star caught in Rebel Wilson legal feud

An up-and-coming actor is set to testify in her defamation battle against Hollywood star Rebel Wilson over social media posts she claims painted her as a liar.

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The Federal Government has unveiled a sweeping overhaul of the NDIS, aiming to curb its rapid expansion and rein in long-term costs amid warnings its ‘social licence is slipping away.’

Tens of thousands lose access to NDIS in sweeping overhaul

Health Minister Mark Butler has unveiled a sweeping overhaul of the NDIS, aiming to curb its rapid expansion and rein in long-term costs amid warnings its ‘social licence is slipping away.’

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My Reno Rules 2026 - Adrian Portelli

‘One buck fuel’: Billionaire’s offer to Aussies

Businessman Adrian Portelli is making his first foray into fuel and is promising $1 unleaded fuel as part of the launch.

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Three-year-old struck by car during family walk.

Tragedy as three-year-old struck by ute during family walk

Emergency services have been called to a devastating incident involving a young child.

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A fourth man has been arrested following the kidnapping and murder of a NSW grandfather.

Major update in Chris Baghsarian mistaken identity murder

A fourth man has been charged over the alleged kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian, who police say was taken in a case of mistaken identity from his North Ryde home.

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