Caution urged as AI tools backed for use in schools
Visiting artificial intelligence experts say Australian students should use AI tools such as ChatGPT in classrooms but they need to be warned about risks.
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Forward Corey Waddell returns to Manly Sea Eagles
Canterbury forward Corey Waddell will return to Manly on a one-year deal in 2024.
Buchanan eyes Masters, Open starts with amateur win
South Australian golfer Jack Buchanan is out to emulate Harrison Crowe and win the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship to earn a start in the Masters and Open.
Unsafe firearm storage led to mother’s ‘tragic’ death
A young man's plan to restore his family's 100-year-old rifle led to devastating consequences after the defective firearm was left loaded and unsecured.
RTS to build on Warriors’ revival under Webster
The Warriors welcome back former captain Roger Tuivasa-Sheck to pre-season training next month, as CEO Cameron George reveals the coach's role in his signing.
Farmers’ president fires parting shot at Labor policies
A proposed ban on live sheep exports has been labelled a "disaster for animal welfare" in a heated speech by the outgoing head of the national farmers' lobby.
Government grilled over plans for new nature laws
New laws to protect Australia's ailing environment are proving complex, and won't be available for the public to scrutinise until next year.
Buy now, pay later co Zip enjoying strong start to FY24
Zip Co has upgraded guidance, saying it expects to be cash earnings positive for 2023/24 after a strong first quarter.
Ministers go back to class spruiking childcare changes
The deputy prime minister and education minister have met with some of the nation's smallest citizens.
Voters face year-long Queensland election campaign
The state election is more than a year away but Queensland is in campaign mode as the government and opposition launch their pitches to voters.
ABC to pay but no apology for defamed commando
The ABC will end up spending significantly more than $1 million on its failed defence of an ex-commando's defamation case, but its head won't apologise.
Dad’s heartbreak as $40k raised for kids in shed fire
The devastated father of two children killed in a Victorian shed fire has spoken of his surviving young son's bravery in trying to protect his siblings.
Rates to lift if inflation outlook in jeopardy: RBA
The Reserve Bank "won't hesitate" to raise interest rates further if inflation forecasts come in higher than expected, the central bank's governor says.
Seven killed in Louisiana car crashes due to ‘superfog’
A dense "superfog" in Louisiana has caused a multi-car pileup and dozens of other crashes that killed seven people and injured 25 others.
Melbourne Cup champion Gold Trip set for Cox Plate
Co-trainer Ciaron Maher says Melbourne Cup champion Gold Trip has pulled up well after a third at Caulfield and is set to run in the $5 million Cox Plate.
Australia’s big three could play whole World Cup: coach
Australia will not rest any of their frontline pacemen against the Netherlands, as Andrew McDonald warns the Dutch are not to be taken lightly at the World Cup.
Qld to legislate commitments to renewable targets
Commitments to renewable energy targets will be legislated by the Queensland government in a decision that has been welcomed by conservationists.
Warning over Indigenous custody deaths after voice fail
An Indigenous senator says the government shouldn't treat Aboriginal deaths in custody as a "side dish", urging them to fulfil royal commission recommendations.
Philippoussis gushes over Djokovic’s all-in approach
Mark Philippoussis, coach of Stefanos Tsitsipas in the 2023 Aussie Open final, says Novak Djokovic's rivals can't expect the champ to slow down any time soon.
Workers’ halls nominated for World Heritage listing
Broken Hill Trades Hall could become a UNESCO World Heritage site, in recognition of its architectural elegance and special role in the history of outback NSW.
Recall for luxury EVs hit by power-loss software glitch
A software bug is behind the recall of three models of electric vehicles from Mercedes-Benz that could leave drivers without power.
Australians exit war zone ahead of PM talks with Biden
Jordan has helped four Australians and a permanent resident cross the Palestinian border, as concerns grow about a humanitarian disaster.
Goorjian predicts the best is still to come for Simmons
There will be at least nine Australians who will feature in the NBA this season, and Ben Simmons is aiming to regain his status as an elite player.
Why the US is overtaking Australia on electric trucks
Tech giant Amazon has revealed a new electric truck milestone as Australia is changing laws to allow more low-emission heavy vehicles on our roads.
Second person charged over fatal pub stabbing
A second person has been charged over the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old man on the Gold Coast two months ago.
Body found as fire destroys Queensland homes
A body has been found in southern Queensland where a bushfire has destroyed five homes and caused about 50 people to flee.
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Call to build homes to defy climate, save $4b a year
As floods, cyclones and bushfires become more ferocious, costs to home-owners could double by 2050 without changes to the construction code, an analysis shows.
Fibre up Qld: internet upgrades for more than 500,000
Faster and more reliable internet speeds are part of a federal government upgrade package for southeast Queensland residents .
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Microsoft invests $5b in Aussie cyber shield, AI future
The prime minister's visit to the United States has unlocked a $5 billion deal with tech giant Microsoft to build a cyber shield and upskill Australians.
Israel ramps up Gaza strikes, US urges ‘continuous’ aid
Israel's military says it hit more than 400 militant targets in Gaza and killed dozens of Hamas fighters, including three deputy battalion commanders.
Khan could face Pakistan death penalty in secrets trial
A Pakistani court has indicted former prime minister Imran Khan on charges of revealing official secrets after his 2022 ouster from office.