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NBN Co using AI to draft incident reports, prepare field crews
Adds Now Assist to its AI toolset. Source link
Australia's Pacific climate meeting headed for 'disaster', officials warn
Multiple sources say Australia has not yet succeeded in convincing world leaders and heads of government to attend a high-profile United Nations climate meeting in the Pacific. Source link
One Nation IS fighter laws spark backlash
Former home affairs secretary Mike Pezzullo said there is merit in a “compromise” approach to the current process of allowing temporarily excluded Australian citizens back into the country. Source link
A reluctant Albanese is under pressure over telehealth for VAD
At last week’s Labor conference, which was totally under the prime minister’s thumb, only one issue was contested on the floor: support for the use of telehealth in voluntary assisted dying care. Source link
Chargeback fraud cripples businesses as banks fail to take responsibility
Despite evidence proving a customer accidentally lodged a chargeback, the bank denied the dispute from a small business owner. It raises the question of what protections are in place for this modern type of fraud. Source link
The 'little shampoo business' selling 'false hope' to women
Sellers for a multi-level marketing company promise sisterhood, success and a more flexible life. But former insiders say that, for most, the reality is far from what is being sold on social media. Source link
The Strokes, Charli XCX, Jack White: who had the best album of July?
Blockbuster acts might have grabbed music headlines but it was Australian artists that had some of the best new releases of the month. Source link
From bedrotting to erotic art by Lucy Liu, these artists know about being lonely
So many people around the world are lonely. But how do you capture the feeling? A new exhibition brings together 11 artists, including Lucy Liu, to make you less lonely. Source link
Aussie wine exports plunge as drinkers cut back worldwide
A new report reveals Australian wine exports have dropped to their lowest level in 22 years amid cost of living pressures and a global decline in alcohol consumption. Source link
Finger pointed at social media amid racism 'public health emergency'
Indigenous leaders warn online racism is damaging young generations, calling on all social media users and publishers to take responsibility for hurtful comments. Source link