Electric bus with cybersecurity network overlay.

Chinese-made Electric Buses Raise Cybersecurity Concerns in Australia

November 9, 2025 Chinese-made Yutong electric buses are at the centre of growing cybersecurity concerns in Australia after tests in Norway revealed potential vulnerabilities in the vehicles’ control systems. The Norwegian public transport operator Ruter found that Yutong, the Chinese manufacturer, could remotely access certain software systems during diagnostics and updates — raising questions about…

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AI analysis of a human eye for chronic disease detection.

Australian Researchers Harness AI Eye Scans for Early Chronic Disease Detection

November 9, 2025 Australia’s healthcare landscape is undergoing a critical transformation — from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. In this shift, researchers at Monash University are pioneering the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to detect early signs of chronic diseases through the human eye. Their latest study leverages cutting-edge imaging technology and advanced machine learning…

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Australian Defence Force officer attends a multinational briefing with US CENTCOM and Israeli officials in Tel Aviv as part of Gaza peace efforts.

Australian Officer Joins Trump-Led Gaza Peace Taskforce in Historic Move

October 22, 2025 | Canberra, Australia Australia has taken a historic step into Middle Eastern peacekeeping, with a senior Australian Defence Force (ADF) officer joining a US-led Civil-Military Coordination Centre in Israel. The deployment—announced by the Department of Defence on Wednesday, October 22, 2025—marks the first time an Australian has participated in a Trump-initiated Gaza…

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An aerial view of a vast solar and wind farm with a coastal backdrop. Below, a pie chart shows 40% clean energy and a rising graph.

Historic Renewable Energy Milestone Reached in Australia

October 22, 2025 | Canberra, Australia Australia has reached a historic milestone in its transition to clean energy, with renewable sources now accounting for 40% of national electricity generation, according to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). The achievement marks a pivotal step toward the federal government’s 82% renewables target by 2030, positioning Australia as…

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