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Govt scraps independent AI body, chooses in-house oversight

The federal government has abandoned plans for an independent AI advisory body, opting instead for a $29.9m in-house Safety Institute. Critics warn it may lack the teeth needed to regulate the rapidly evolving technology.

Trent Merrin avoids conviction for crypto theft

Former Dragons player Trent Merrin has received a conditional release order after pleading guilty to stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin. The Port Kembla court heard he repaid the amount with interest. Read the full details.

Call for balanced e-bike rules, not bans, in Illawarra

The Illawarra Bicycle Users Group pushes for evidence-based regulation, including registration and education for throttle e-bikes, warning against counterproductive outright bans. Read their full proposal.

National AI Plan criticised for weak safeguards

Australia's new National AI Plan is under fire for prioritising optimistic economic forecasts over enforceable public protections, leaving citizens vulnerable in key areas like recruitment and healthcare. Read the expert analysis.

Bunbury man convicted for posing as doctor

A Bunbury man has been criminally prosecuted for falsely claiming to be a registered medical practitioner. Learn the details of the court case and the legal consequences.

Nurse banned for life over child sex convictions

Jared Benedict Tiu, a former enrolled nurse, has been permanently banned from providing health services in Australia after being convicted of child sex offences. Read the full details.

US defends Big Tech against Australia's eSafety laws

American political forces are using the First Amendment to shield social media giants, challenging Australia's world-leading online safety reforms and eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant. Stand with Australia against digital tyranny.

Australian Crypto Security: Beat $174M Cyber Threats

Australian crypto holders lost $174M to scams in 2025. Learn essential security measures including wallet protection, phishing detection and multi-factor authentication to safeguard your digital assets.

Australia's New Crypto Licensing Rules for 2025

Australia introduces comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations requiring digital asset platforms to obtain financial services licenses, balancing privacy and compliance while bitcoin trades near $105,000.

Dean Alston's 40-Year Cartooning Legacy in WA

Discover how Dean Alston has shaped Western Australian journalism through four decades of sharp political cartoons and community commentary. Explore his remarkable career journey.

Optus financial bonanza amid triple zero scandal

Exclusive: Optus stands to gain billions in spectrum license renewals without competitive auction, despite damning Senate findings on deadly triple zero outage. Read why experts call this a disaster.

Veteran photographer Gary Ramage retires from Parliament

After nearly half a century documenting Australian politics, legendary press photographer Gary Ramage has shot his final parliamentary session, leaving behind an unparalleled visual legacy of the nation's history.

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