'Can't censor stupidity': some embrace conspiracies A crackdown on misinformation and disinformation online is being criticised for overreach and stifling free speech while others want the laws to cover politics. AAP · Oct 17, 2024
Democracy in danger: AI a threat to Aussie elections Artificial intelligence could harm Australians' trust in the democratic process, the head of the nation's electoral commission says. AAP · Oct 1, 2024
Voters want a ban on AI election ads to stop deepfakes Most Australians worry artificial intelligence technology will be used to mislead voters and would like to see it banned from political ads. AAP · Jun 6, 2024
PM defends response to ICC arrest warrant request – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · May 23, 2024
AEC powerless to stop deepfake calls 'Under the legislation, if it's authorised, it's currently lawful.' The Canberra Times · May 20, 2024
Voters should be warned about AI-generated election ads All election material generated by an AI tools should be clearly labelled, Australia's Electoral Commissioner says, due to growing disinformation risks. AAP · May 20, 2024
PM says Dutton yet to detail ‘a single costed policy’ in three budget replies – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · May 20, 2024
Worries over low voter turnout at Scott Morrison's seat Scott Morrison's constituents are heading to the polls at below-expected rates ahead of a by-election for the ex-prime minister's successor. AAP · Apr 11, 2024
"Do not expect a helicopter to rescue you. It will not happen" – mountain rescue begs for caution during solar eclipse Mountain rescue teams are concerned that the surge of hikers combined with winter conditions and the timing of the eclipse could spell disaster on Monday Advnture · Apr 6, 2024
NSW upset Victoria to host one-day final against WA Despite 196 from opener Tom Rogers, Victoria have suffered a surprise loss to NSW who will now host WA in the one-day final. AAP · Feb 14, 2024
Victoria take down Redbacks to shoot to top spot Victoria are well placed to reach the domestic one-day cup final after a three-wicket win over South Australia catapulted them to top spot on the ladder. AAP · Feb 8, 2024
Henry Hunt taken to hospital after fielding mishap Redbacks opener Henry Hunt has been left with blood streaming from his nose after copping a ball to the face while fielding in the one-day clash with Victoria. AAP · Feb 8, 2024
Finch suffers duck but lands a winning BBL send-off Melbourne Renegades have given Aaron Finch.a winning send-off though he was dismissed for a duck in their six-wicket BBL win over local rivals Melbourne Stars. AAP · Jan 13, 2024
AAP · Jan 13, 2024 Stars bat first in Melbourne Big Bash League derby Finals-chasing Melbourne Stars have been put in to bat in their must-win Big Bash derby clash with the Renegades at Marvel Stadium.
AAP · Jan 2, 2024 Maxwell shines as Stars belt Renegades in BBL derby Glenn Maxwell celebrated his 100th BBL game for the Melbourne Stars with a man-of-the-match performance in their derby win over the Renegades.
AAP · Dec 26, 2023 Henriques adamant he took controversial catch cleanly Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques has maintained he took a fair catch to remove Melbourne Stars opener Tom Rogers in their BBL clash.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 21, 2023 TikTok repeatedly urged AEC to join app during voice campaign, FoI reveals Exclusive: calls to electoral watchdog came despite Australia banning use of platform on government devices
Tom’s Guide · Dec 6, 2023 Big Bash League live stream: How to watch BBL 13 cricket free online Big Bash League is back for its 13th season! Here's how to watch Big Bash League live streams from anywhere in the world – including free streams and U.S. and U.K. streams.
The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2023 Much-capped Wales trio given rousing send-off in victory over Barbarians Leigh Halfpenny landed five conversions for Wales in a 49-26 win while Alun Wyn Jones captained a Barbarians side featuring Justin Tipuric.
The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2023 Australians cast final votes in a referendum on whether to create an Indigenous Voice Australians are casting their final votes in the country's first referendum in a generation, deciding whether to tackle Indigenous disadvantages by enshrining in the constitution a new advocacy committee
The Guardian - AU · Oct 11, 2023 Voice referendum: factchecking the seven biggest pieces of misinformation pushed by the no side In a brutal referendum campaign, the same debunked claims from the no camp have popped up time and time again. Guardian Australia takes a look
AAP · Oct 10, 2023 Nation defining moment as Albanese returns to Uluru The prime minister is meeting with Indigenous leaders at Uluru and says 'there is a sense of history' as the nation approaches the voice referendum day.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 9, 2023 AEC calls for ‘civility’ in last week of voice campaign as staff report clashes with voters Electoral commission says ‘vast majority’ well behaved but there have been issues between opposing campaigners and workers filmed without consent
The Guardian - AU · Oct 5, 2023 Voice referendum voting: where to vote, how to cast your ballot and everything you need to know When and where can you vote? When will the results be known? Here’s what you need to know about voting in the voice to parliament referendum