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  • AI job cuts spark workforce anxiety across Australia

    AI job cuts spark workforce anxiety across Australia
    Mar 13 2026
    Major Australian companies including Microsoft, Commonwealth Bank, WiseTech Global, Block, and Atlassian are cutting thousands of jobs as they invest heavily in artificial intelligence and automation. While KPMG research shows only 10% of CEOs expect to reduce headcount due to AI, the technology sector is experiencing significant workforce reductions, with concerns mounting about junior-level positions disappearing before workers can develop foundational skills. Professions requiring physical presence and uniquely human skills like empathy, intuition, and creativity—such as hairdressing, healthcare, and education—are considered safest from AI replacement.

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  • Panic buying creates fuel distribution crisis

    Panic buying creates fuel distribution crisis
    Mar 13 2026
    Social media users are filming themselves panic-buying excessive amounts of petrol during fuel distribution concerns, while farmers in regional areas struggle to access diesel and fuel supplies. The government maintains there is adequate fuel stock and reserves, but distribution challenges are affecting remote service stations. Food security concerns have emerged regarding fertiliser supplies and agricultural production if trade disruptions continue long-term.

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    3 m
  • Gold Coast lemon thief caught on camera

    Gold Coast lemon thief caught on camera
    Mar 13 2026
    A woman was filmed picking lemons from a front yard on the Gold Coast that did not belong to her. Police indicate she could technically be charged if a complaint is filed, though the legal situation remains unclear regarding fruit from unfenced properties or branches extending over property lines. The incident has sparked debate about property rights and minor theft.

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  • Tour de Cure's epic 1400km ride for cancer research

    Tour de Cure's epic 1400km ride for cancer research
    Mar 13 2026
    Tour de Cure's 20th anniversary ride features more than 200 cyclists undertaking a nine-day, 1,400km journey from Canberra through Victoria to Tasmania to raise funds for cancer research. The riders departed Canberra and reached Jindabyne on day one, battling headwinds over the 180km route. Simplicity Funerals contributed $20,000 to the cause, with the route continuing through the Snowy Mountains and Thredbo before reaching Corryong, where Commonwealth Bank and Rotary are hosting a community barbecue.

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  • Sydney's $2 billion M12 motorway opens toll-free

    Sydney's $2 billion M12 motorway opens toll-free
    Mar 13 2026
    Sydney's $2 billion M12 motorway has officially opened, connecting the M7 to the Western Sydney International Airport. The 16-kilometre stretch is toll-free, with the first drivers escorted onto the road at 5am this morning.

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  • Why sleep is critical for your health

    Why sleep is critical for your health
    Mar 12 2026
    Sleep deprivation affects every system in the body, from increasing risks of Alzheimer's and diabetes to impacting heart health and gut function. Getting seven and a half to eight hours of sleep nightly is essential, as the body uses this time to clear toxins through systems like the glymphatic system in the brain. Improving sleep by just one hour can increase testosterone and thyroid levels by up to 10% within a week, reduce daily caloric intake by 270 calories, and significantly improve mood, energy levels and cognitive function.

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    5 m
  • HOT TOPICS New Zealand considers car-free day rationing amid fuel crisis

    HOT TOPICS New Zealand considers car-free day rationing amid fuel crisis
    Mar 12 2026
    New Zealand is considering emergency powers not used since 1979 to force motorists to nominate one day per week where they cannot use their vehicle, with hefty fines for non-compliance. Australia is introducing blended fuel to address the current petrol crisis, while storing only 30-35 days of fuel compared to the IEA recommendation of 90 days. A new survey reveals 28% of Australians are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for relationship advice, raising concerns about the reliability and safety of such guidance.

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    8 m
  • Meta's AR glasses bring holographic displays to everyday life

    Meta's AR glasses bring holographic displays to everyday life
    Mar 12 2026
    Meta's latest smart glasses feature augmented reality technology that displays directions, text messages, and cooking instructions directly in the user's field of vision through a holographic-style interface. The glasses include live captions, voice control, and can be operated using a neural wristband that reads electrical signals from finger and hand movements. Priced at over $1,000 AUD for the AR version, the technology raises privacy concerns as the glasses can record surroundings, though users can opt out of data sharing with Meta contractors.

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    3 m