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Here are five of Australia’s top library influencers. One is a 72-year-old rare books librarian

Library and influencer: two words you’d probably never expect to see together. But today’s libraries and librarians are turning to social media to connect with their community in direct – and often hilarious – ways. Unexpected stars include a 72-year-old rare books librarian in Queensland and a career librarian in…

The Conversation · Sep 29

As El Niño strengthens across the Pacific, Australian farmers could face fierce frosts

In the highlands of Papua New Guinea, crops have been killed by drought and frost.

The Conversation · Sep 29

Can governments ever convince women to have more babies? Here’s what other countries can teach us

Australia will see more deaths than births by the 2060s according to the Intergenerational Report released by the treasurer last week. Two trends are working together: Australians are living longer and having fewer babies.

The Conversation · Sep 29

How 'half decent' Socceroos have caught our attention

Going toe-to-toe with a fired-up Brazil on home soil has turned Australian heads as the Asian Cup-bound Socceroos add strings to their bow.

AAP · Sep 29

Cal Swann obituary

Other lives: Teacher of graphic design at institutions across the UK and in Australia

The Guardian - UK · Sep 29

How Vinicius Junior Fared in Brazil’s Win Over Australia

Carlo Ancelotti included the out of sorts Real Madrid star in his starting lineup again.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 29

Arsenal star scores as Brazil hold off Australia in fiery clash

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The Independent UK · Sep 29

AI Makers 'Do Not Fully Understand What They Have Grown' as Government Website Probes Emerge

OpenAI agents interacted unexpectedly with US government websites and accessed public and non-public files on an Australian portal, intensifying concerns about oversight and human control.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Tino bounces into Kangaroos with third Titans top gong

Gold Coast prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has won the Paul Broughton Medal with a brave and brilliant finish to the season after the death of his father.

AAP · Sep 29

Australia go down fighting to Brazil in fiery 4-2 friendly defeat

Socceroos went 2-1 up with goals from Metcalfe and Circati, but a VAR penalty and two late goals sealed win for five-time world champions

The Guardian - AU · Sep 29