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Today's toddlers to be Australia's future submariners

Australia is preparing to staff its first nuclear submarine fleet by expanding preschools and ensuring kids aren't discounting military-related skills early.

AAP · Nov 5, 2025

Ashes bolter unlikely to play as Labuschagne returns

Jake Weatherald has beaten out Matt Renshaw for a spot in Australia's 15-man squad for the first Ashes Test in Perth, with selectors keeping their options open.

AAP · Nov 5, 2025

Lonely? Here’s how to connect with old friends – and make new ones

Loneliness is quietly emerging as one of the most significant health issues in Australia, and it can affect people of all ages, backgrounds and life stages.

The Conversation · Nov 5, 2025

Morning Mail: Reddit to be banned for under-16s, Commonwealth Bank gets a Shonky, Dick Cheney dies

Minister extends ban to discussion forum and video streamer Kick; former US vice-president and Iraq hawk was a key Republican figure

The Guardian - AU · Nov 4, 2025

Two Sydney hospital employees critical after car mounts footpath and strikes them outside entrance – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Nov 4, 2025

Australia is facing an ‘AI divide’, new national survey shows

In the short time since OpenAI launched ChatGPT in November 2022, generative artificial intelligence (AI) products have become increasingly ubiquitous and advanced.

The Conversation · Nov 4, 2025

'Pains our producers': Regions urge stop to food waste

With more families needing emergency food relief for longer, charities and politicians are combining to push a bold tax plan to cut farm waste.

AAP · Nov 4, 2025

England given back three headache as Tom Roebuck joins Freddie Steward as major doubts for Fiji clash

Roebuck, who impressed against Australia, limped out of training on Tuesday with an ankle issue

The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2025

Roblox escapes under-16s social media ban for now

The list of sites captured under Australia's social media ban for under-16s has been expanded, but a popular gaming platform remains exempt.

AAP · Nov 4, 2025

Stubborn workplace racism sparks call for major inquiry

From exploiting migrants to hindering careers, persistent workplace racism prompts calls for an inquiry similar to the national probe into sex discrimination.

AAP · Nov 4, 2025