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FULL LAUNCH VIDEO: ACS unveils $25bn digital plan to boost Australia's tech future
iTWire
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August 16, 2025
With digital technology now central to Australia’s economy, ACS (Australian Computer Society) has launched the 2025 Digital Pulse report under the banner ‘Today, meet tomorrow’ — laying out a ten-point action plan addressing urgent workforce and...
Inside new Mickleham home built to fight children’s cancer
realestate.com.au
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August 16, 2025
36 Pasilla Circuit, Mickleham, will be auctioned in September to raise money for a children’s cancer charity. A brand-new house in Melbourne’s north will be auctioned next month to raise funds for the My Room Children’s Cancer Charity. The...
‘Build on our agenda’: Jim Chalmers speaks to Sky News ahead of Economic Reform Roundtable
Sky News Australia
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August 16, 2025
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has spoken to Sky News Australia ahead of the government’s Economic Reform Roundtable, which is set to take place next week. “I think it’s no secret that the Prime Minister’s government, really one of the defining features...
This Australian runner just set a new national record. She thinks it’s ‘pretty sick’
WAtoday
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August 16, 2025
“I’m trying to be more aggressive and try different ways of racing leading into Tokyo because those heats are going to be quick leading into the semis and hopefully the final.” Hollingsworth, trained by Australia’s former champion middle distance...
How To Watch India A Women vs Australia A Women Free Live Streaming Online of 3rd ODI? Get Telecast Details of IND-A W vs AUS-A W Cricket Match on TV
Latestly
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August 16, 2025
The India A Women's Cricket Team will be in action against the Australia A Women's Cricket Team in the 3rd ODI of the three-match series on Sunday, August 17. The IND-A W vs AUS-A W 3rd ODI match is set to be played at the Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane...
Newcastle struggle in season opener in Isak's absence
The National News
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Newcastle got a worrying glimpse of life without Alexander Isak as they were held to a 0-0 draw in their Premier League opener at Aston Villa despite Ezri Konsa's dismissal. Villa defender Konsa was sent off for a foul on Anthony Gordon midway...
Prince William and Kate announce major family move to new home
Nine
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August 16, 2025
It's been a big year for the Wales family, so Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales have decided on a fresh start – the family will be moving away from their home of Adelaide Cottage. A spokesperson for Kensington Palace confirmed the...
NewQuay hit by crime
Docklands News
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NewQuay was hit by crime last month, raising security concerns amongst local retailers. February saw break-ins, attempted break-ins and theft in the precinct. On 4 February, Bill Price and his sons arrived at their Lats bakery in St Mangos lane at...
All Blacks beat Argentina 41-24 to reclaim top world rank
RTL Today
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August 16, 2025
New Zealand's Samisoni Taukei'aho scored two late tries to seal a 41-24 Rugby Championship win over Argentina and return the All Blacks to the top of the world rankings on Saturday. Ahead 31-10 at the interval, New Zealand held off a second-half...
Claudia Hollingsworth claims new Australian 800m record as Abbey Caldwell also dips under old mark
Seven News
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August 16, 2025
Rising middle-distance star Claudia Hollingsworth has smashed the Australian 800m record in a clear statement of intent a month out from the world athletics championships in Tokyo. The 20-year-old Victorian stopped the clock at one minute 57.67...
Luke Littler Triumphs at New Zealand Darts Masters with Record Average
BVM Sports
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August 16, 2025
Luke Littler has won the 2025 New Zealand Darts Masters, overcoming rival Luke Humphries 8-4 in the final. This win marks Littler's second consecutive World Series of Darts title, having recently triumphed at the Australian Darts Masters. Although...
Australia is facing an existential tsunami. But Jim Chalmers’ economic roundtable risks putting lipstick on a dinosaur
The Guardian
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August 16, 2025
When Bob Hawke decided to host a summit in Canberra on the economic future of Australia, shortly after his election as prime minister in 1983, most thought it was a window-dressing gimmick by the flamboyant showman politician. “This consensus is...
SailGP: Carnage, new speed record - Day 1
Sail-World
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August 16, 2025
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz 16 Aug 16:28 PDT Australia tops the leader board with an massive 8pt advantage after a frentic day of racing in inaugrual SailGP Germany, sailed at Sassnitz. Five boats are are in serious contention to contest...
This Australian runner just set a new national record. She thinks it’s ‘pretty sick’
Brisbane Times
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August 16, 2025
“I’m trying to be more aggressive and try different ways of racing leading into Tokyo because those heats are going to be quick leading into the semis and hopefully the final.” Hollingsworth, trained by Australia’s former champion middle distance...
Oscar Piastri lands ambassador role in heartwarming new partnership
Planet F1
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August 16, 2025
In a new Instagram video Oscar Piastri has announced that he has become an ambassador for My Room Children’s Cancer Charity. Piastri stated that he was inspired by the battle of a young fan he had a chance to meet during the Australian Grand Prix,...
Top accessory this year at the Little League World Series? Hype Fire bat that looks like sour gummy worms
Pittsburgh Tribune Review - Pennsylvania
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August 16, 2025
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT — It’s not an ice-cream cone. It’s not an Italian rainbow cookie. It’s the baseball bat being used at the Little League World Series. Easton’s 2026 Hype Fire USA Bat with the neon green grip and the pink-and-neon yellow barrel...
Australia stun South Africa with incredible comeback in Rugby Championship opener
The Independent
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August 16, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Latest national rental stats compared with Kelowna
The Kelowna Daily Courier
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Rents in Kelowna continue to drop — gradually. Online rental-listing sites Zumper.com and rentals.ca both say an average one-bedroom apartment in Kelowna goes for about $1,900 a month. An average two-bedroom rental goes for a little over $2,300....
Victoria Beckham fans can try her luxury £170 perfumes for £10 each
Manchester Evening News
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August 16, 2025
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Victoria Beckham Beauty's luxury perfumes are certainly popular with fragrance fans, but are not the cheapest on the market by a...
Not Enough SaaS – Software as a Service (SaaS) Stocks at Risk of Short-Circuiting in New AI Powered Economy
Markets Insider
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It’s been a fruitful decade for Software as a Service (SaaS) stocks, as businesses and individuals raced to access exciting new offerings like the cloud, but for many the skies are quickly darkening. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage...