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• Locals affected by Ireland's AI data centre boom share 'cautionary tales'

  14-06-2026 20:59 via abc.net.au
  
  As Australia and other countries embark on a new wave of AI-driven data centre development, locals in Ireland share how the runaway growth of the facilities can affect everyday life.
  
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• The lucrative business of super switching is ringing alarm bells

  29-06-2026 06:49 via abc.net.au
  
  There is now more than $1 trillion in self-managed superannuation funds, which means a big chunk of money isn't regulated by APRA, and it's the rate of the shift into SMSFs and less-regulated managed investment schemes that has regulators worried.
  
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• Super switching sees billions flow out of traditional funds, at a risk

  29-06-2026 06:49 via abc.net.au
  
  There is now more than $1 trillion in self-managed superannuation funds, which means a big chunk of money isn't regulated by APRA, and it's the rate of the shift into SMSFs and less-regulated managed investment schemes that has regulators worried.
  
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• Expanded World Cup called 'vulgar and ordinary' by Ghana coach. Is that fair?

  29-06-2026 02:40 via abc.net.au
  
  Ghana's coach Carlos Queiroz has lashed out at FIFA's expanded 48-team World Cup, despite his team progressing. Is his criticism justified as the tournament moves into the knockout stage?
  
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• 'Insane' depth on display as Myers and Billings run national records

  29-06-2026 01:50 via abc.net.au
  
  Cameron Myers wins the 1,500m final at the Paris Diamond League event, joining 800m star Sarah Billings in setting a national record at the meet.
  
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• Maroons recall veteran for Origin decider after Blues' bombshell

  28-06-2026 23:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Billy Slater names Patrick Carrigan in his Queensland squad for State of Origin III despite the Broncos forward having not played since late May due to an ankle injury.
  
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• Live: Maroons reveal final Origin line-up after Blues' bombshell

  28-06-2026 23:24 via abc.net.au
  
  After NSW locked in its squad for State of Origin III, Billy Slater is announcing his line-up for the decider at Lang Park. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Maroons recall veteran for Origin decider after Blues' bombshell

  28-06-2026 23:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Billy Slater recalls Patrick Carrigan for State of Origin III as he names his squad for the decider at Lang Park. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Work on Victoria's Big Build should halt until 'corruption' dealt with: Hume

  28-06-2026 23:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Deputy federal Liberal leader Jane Hume has called for a pause in construction on several major Victorian infrastructure projects until "corruption" is dealt with. Follow live. 
  
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• Live: Taylor brushes off low polling and says rebuilding trust takes time

  28-06-2026 23:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Opposition Leader Angus Taylor says it will take time for the Coalition to win back the trust of voters. Follow live. 
  
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• Live: Labor welcomes 'modest' poll turnaround as One Nation support drops

  28-06-2026 23:11 via abc.net.au
  
  Labor's Tanya Plibersek has welcomed a modest improvement in a pair of opinion polls that suggest support for One Nation has dropped. Follow live. 
  
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• Perry and Gardner dominate India to get World Cup revenge

  28-06-2026 23:05 via abc.net.au
  
  A powerful partnership by Ellyse Perry and Ash Gardner carries Australia to the greatest run chase in Women's T20 World Cup history, knocking India out of the tournament.
  
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• Live: Renewed Gulf hostilities put markets on edge, ASX poised for marginal gain

  28-06-2026 22:59 via abc.net.au
  
  Wall Street was weighed down by another bout of selling in the tech sector. The ASX is priced to edged higher despite renewed hostilities in the Gulf
  
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• Telstra phasing out CAN Radio phone system amid customer safety concerns

  28-06-2026 22:45 via abc.net.au
  
  Telstra's Customer Access Network Radio has been a lifeline for many for more than 40 years but its technology has reached the end of its life. Customers now fear a new system will not be as reliable in an emergency.
  
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• Australia and Vanuatu set to sign strategic pact after months of negotiations

  28-06-2026 21:30 via abc.net.au
  
  Vanuatu's Prime Minister Jotham Napat and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese are set to ink the Nakamal Agreement, almost 10 months after Mr Napat pulled out of a planned signing ceremony in Port Vila, citing concerns around sovereignty.
  
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• New laws aim to make it harder to launder ill-gotten gains through property

  28-06-2026 21:15 via abc.net.au
  
  Anti-money laundering laws mean that for the first time, real estate agents, lawyers, accountants and others must report suspicious transactions. 
  
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• Coal and gas giants spend tens of millions on school and kids' sport programs

  28-06-2026 21:03 via abc.net.au
  
  Santos, BHP, Woodside and others have an "extensive presence" in childhood settings through more than 260 programs, a new report identifies, as senators say classroom programs and lessons written by the industry should be examined through a senate inquiry.
  
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• Corporate watchdog puts Australia's $4.5 trillion super industry on notice

  28-06-2026 21:02 via abc.net.au
  
  The corporate watchdog is concerned that super trustees that manage Australians' retirement savings have a lack of safeguards in place.
  
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• Away from the regime, Iranian Australians still carry a deep sorrow

  28-06-2026 20:53 via abc.net.au
  
  Iranian Australians are grappling with mistrust, harassment and isolation within a community deeply traumatised by an oppressive regime.
  
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• Race Around The World recap: Catch this week's films

  28-06-2026 20:30 via abc.net.au
  
  From survival vaults in Norway to a pianist in Pisa, catch up on the films from week four of Race Around The World.
  
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• History quiz: How much do you know about Eminem, Austen and elite chess?

  28-06-2026 20:30 via abc.net.au
  
  This week was a big one in times gone by. From this decade to the 17th century, put your history knowledge to the test.
  
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• Live: Tight contest at Docklands ahead of Dockers—Suns finale

  28-06-2026 06:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Round 16 comes to a conclusion with the Kangaroos and Bombers at Docklands, followed by the Suns heading west to take on ladder-leaders Fremantle. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Kangaroos seek top 10 spot ahead of Dockers—Suns finale

  28-06-2026 06:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Round 16 comes to a conclusion with the Kangaroos and Bombers at Docklands, followed by the Suns heading west to take on ladder-leaders Fremantle. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Dockers make fast start against Suns as Kangaroos crack top 10

  28-06-2026 06:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Round 16 comes to a conclusion with the Kangaroos and Bombers at Docklands, followed by the Suns heading west to take on ladder-leaders Fremantle. Follow live.
  
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• Jackson the star as Dockers make it 14 wins in a row

  28-06-2026 06:56 via abc.net.au
  
  The Fremantle Dockers keep rolling along, winning their 14th straight game with a dominant victory over Gold Coast after the Kangaroos beat Essendon. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Tigers lead scrappy Knights in low-scoring grind

  28-06-2026 05:35 via abc.net.au
  
  Points are at a premium in the Hunter with Newcastle and Wests Tigers locked in a low-scoring struggle. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Laurie Daley to name NSW side for Origin III

  28-06-2026 05:35 via abc.net.au
  
  New South Wales coach Laurie Daley is set to name his side for the third State of Origin match as the Blues chase a win in the decider. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Knights fighting for top fourt berth against Tigers

  28-06-2026 05:35 via abc.net.au
  
  Newcastle will continue their push for an unlikely top four berth when they host a desperate Wests Tigers side in the Hunter. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Canberra winger hooked after horror first-half

  28-06-2026 05:35 via abc.net.au
  
  Canberra winger Savelio Tamale has been hooked midway through the first half after a nightmare start in the match against the Dragons. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Can star's return reignite Ricky's Raiders?

  28-06-2026 05:35 via abc.net.au
  
  Canberra welcomes back star centre Simi Sasagi for today's clash of the cellar-dwellers against St George Illawarra. Follow live.
  
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