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Japan is set to enhance its defence technology collaboration with Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States through its participation in the AUKUS pact's second pillar.
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Long leases to lock poll sties
In a surprising sign of Australia’s tight rental market, the Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) says it has secured year-long leases for multiple venues initially acquired for the March 16 local government elections.
Merger reforms detailed
Tech investors have rejected the government’s planned merger reforms, saying they could kill off start-ups.
Security change coming
A significant reshuffle of Australia's national security leadership is on the horizon.
Spreadsheet error slammed
A basic tech failure has prompted calls for an overhaul of the $70 billion government procurement system.
US and UK make AI deal
The US and UK have reached a new level of artificial intelligence (AI) regulation and collaboration.
Global cyber risks ranked
The new 'World Cybercrime Index’ is an effort to identify and rank the global epicentres of cybercrime.
Cop media bungle prompts probe
An inquiry will be held after the controversial hiring of a top cop's media chief in NSW.
Billions missed in school review
In the latest review of Australia's education funding, a government report has highlighted a significant issue that could see public schools miss out on $13 billion over the next five years.
Fossil rise seen since Paris
Most fossil fuel companies have ramped up production since the signing of the Paris Agreement, a new study finds.
Climate-terror link probed
A new study finds climate change impacts terrorist activity.
Farm firm blames Bureau
A major agriculture firm has blamed the Bureau of Meteorology for significant financial losses.
Floods raise dam questions
Devastating floods have put Warragamba Dam works back up for debate.
Rail firms fined over fatality
Fines of over half a million dollars have been issued following a fatal train derailment in NSW.
EPA takes action on asbestos
Australia’s asbestos mulch scandal has spread, with discoveries in a number of Melbourne parks.
Inland rail proceeds slowly
Progress on Australia’s Inland Rail project has been reported.
Bishop picked as UN envoy
The United Nations has announced Julie Bishop, Australia’s former foreign minister, as its special envoy on Myanmar.
More APS groups strike
A wave of industrial action is set to flow over APS wage negotiations.
Pioneering commissioner resigns
Criticism over disaster response is one of the reasons the NSW SES commissioner is resigning.
Vaccine requirement reconsidered
NSW Health is consulting about proposed changes to mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements ...
NT seeks more police
The NT Government has put up $200 million to recruit 200 additional police officers over the next four years.