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• 23 Sept, 04:47 · General 'Censorship': US urges overhaul to social media laws Opt-out measure for social media users from algorithmic feeds has been criticised by the US government.
• 23 Sept, 04:43 · General Data centre funding surges to record $35b despite AI 'bubble' risks A Reserve Bank staff note reveals Australian data centre operators have raised a record of at least $35 billion so far this year.
• 23 Sept, 04:40 · General Hacking group ShinyHunters claims it breached the FBI, stole agents’ and applicants’ data ShinyHunters, a prolific cybercriminal group known for large-scale data theft and extortion, says it has breached the FBI and stolen data on thousands of agents and applicants.
• 23 Sept, 04:40 · Politics Taylor claims $83 billion budget black hole as Chalmers dangles tax cuts A fresh debate has opened up over income tax cuts and productivity, as the RBA flags more rate hikes and job losses to tame inflation.
• 23 Sept, 04:37 · Sport UFC champion Sean Strickland in ‘real bad place’ after ATV crash while not wearing helmet Middleweight shows injuries to head and shoulder. UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland is recovering after ⁠being involved in an all-terrain vehicle accident while not wearing ⁠a helmet.
• 23 Sept, 04:30 · General Nearing retirement? Topping up your super is a smart way to get ahead Here’s what you need to know about more super contributions and the difference they can make to your retirement nest egg.
• 23 Sept, 04:30 · General Why John Coltrane’s short life left an enduring mark on jazz By the time he died aged 40 in 1967, he had left a legacy few musicians could rival.
• 23 Sept, 04:30 · Culture · New Zealand Why Meg Mason didn't want to write another sad girl novel Much like a space mission, the publication of Sorrow and Bliss changed Mason's life. Sophie may not be a sad girl — but she's sad.
• 23 Sept, 04:30 · Culture Quiz: Join us for a trip around the world Quiz: Join us for a trip around the world.
• 23 Sept, 04:30 · General Guide How to use Google's Find Hub to locate your Android phone You don’t even need another Android device to access the hub. Google, just like Apple, has a tracking network that can help you locate missing Android phones, tablets and accessories.
• 23 Sept, 04:24 · General A16z is challenging Silicon Valley’s love for drop-outs by launching a school Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is launching a school called The Horowitz Andreessen Academy aimed at aspiring founders who have just graduated high school and have not yet attended college.
• 23 Sept, 04:06 · General · Ukraine EU to lift sanctions on two Russian oligarchs EU countries have agreed to lift sanctions on Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General · Fremantle, WA Danielle Laidley: Success was always coming for Fremantle Dockers if you looked hard enough AFL expert Danielle Laidley revisits the Fremantle 2024 call that forecasted their success long before their Flagmantle charge became a reality.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · Business · Perth, WA Perth Airport hits record profit amid infrastructure and staff expansion Perth Airport has flown to a record profit despite a recruitment campaign to support its multi-billion dollar expansion and passenger numbers.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · Sport · Kalgoorlie, WA Wharfie Mobile rolls through Kalgoorlie-Boulder on long haul to MCG for AFL Grand Final Perth boys Seb Clarke, Ronan Fitzgerald, and Oli Pile are taking the scenic route to Saturday’s AFL Grand Final.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · Sport · Fremantle, WA Former AFL chair Richard Goyder says uncompromised Fremantle Dockers list is an inspiration to league Fremantle will field a team without any hand outs on Saturday and face a Brisbane team filled with father-son, Academy and free agent selections.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General · Perth, WA Emotional former Perth Wildcats coach Trevor Gleeson opens up about life before return with Adelaide 36ers Trevor Gleeson won five championships with the Perth Wildcats but he’s been through a lot since he left in 2021 and now he’s been raw and open ahead.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Esperance Museum looks to future for 50th anniversary The Esperance Museum has started two time capsule projects for its impending 50th anniversary of permanent residency at the Goods Shed.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General · Western Australia Jessica Page: Indigenous disadvantage is a sad fact in Regional WA, but it shouldn’t be Indigenous disadvantage is a sad fact in regional WA, but shouldn’t be tolerated.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Shire of Irwin looks for agreement with Belisama gas project to ensure ratepayers not left with bill A Mid West shire is looking for reassurance they will not be left holding the bill for road damages for a $850 gas project.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · Sport · Fremantle, WA AFL Grand Final 2026: Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy on how he plans to help the Dockers win the premiership Dockers stalwart Sean Darcy looms as a Freo hard-luck story of this year’s grand final as he remains behind Mason Cox in the ruck pecking order.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General · Western Australia State Government and project partners launch WA Reef Regeneration Program Roadmap in Exmouth A roadmap to guide coral regeneration across WA has been launched in Exmouth.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Md Mehedy Hasan Khan: Careless driver to pay $1000 to victim injured in crash Md Mehedy Hasan Khan: Careless driver to pay $1000 to victim injured in crash.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Aspiring athletes showcase their potential at Mid West Academy of Sport track and field identification day A new wave of bright track and field prospects showcased their abilities and potential at the two-yearly Mid West Academy of Sport talent identification program last weekend.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General · Geraldton, WA Geraldton locals supporting Flagmantle, with city turning purple and some travelling all the way to the MCG Geraldton is turning purple as local Fremantle Dockers fans get behind Flagmantle, with some diehard supporters even travelling to be there at the MCG on Saturday.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Gary Jordan Grey: Electrician fined after sexist, racist comments and foot chase with cops An electrician has been fined after sexist and racist comments at an Esperance pub which led to a short foot chase with police.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Committed Diorites end Boulder’s golden run in Goldfields Football League reserves competition Brad Dick kicked three goals in Mines Rovers’ reserves grand final triumph at Digger Daws Oval on Saturday.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Nannup rides into new era with Pine Ridge opening Nannup’s transformation into a mountain biking destination will reach another milestone this week, with the opening of a new 16.5km trail network completing the town’s $6 million Trail Town program.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Manjimup farmers market off to fresh start Manjimup’s newest market made its debut over the weekend, bringing together dozens of local growers, makers and producers.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · Sport · Perth, WA Bush and ‘Burbs: Former Fremantle Docker Zac Clarke stars in Perth Football League men’s A-grade grand final Only a week before Fremantle make their second AFL grand final appearance in club history, a player who lined up in their first starred in the Perth Football League men’s.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General · Fremantle, WA WAFL: Jaeger O’Meara stars for Peel in league decider, Mid West well-represented in East Fremantle colts flag A crew of Mid West representatives had a taste of premiership success with Peel Thunder and East Fremantle during the weekend’s WAFL grand finals at Optus Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · Business Cycling Without Age Rockingham wins non-profit award at 2026 Regional Business Awards Cycling Without Age Rockingham won the non‑profit association award at this year’s RKCC Mineral Resources Regional Business Awards on September 12.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Mid West and Gascoyne region next in line for the native title party capacity-building program funding Aboriginal heritage management in the Mid West and Gascoyne areas is set for a boost through State Government investment in local jobs, stronger governance and Aboriginal-led decision-making.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Boyup Brook shire says hundreds of Rylington Park sheep missed in livestock count The shire of Boyup Brook has provided an explanation around a livestock discrepancy at Rylington Park, after a review found hundreds of sheep had been omitted in previous records.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Free swim days floated in Bridgetown pool shake-up Bridgetown families could score five free days at the town pool this summer as the shire considers changing opening hours and extending the swimming season into April.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Western Power defends conflict-of-interest processes amid $800m of battery deals involving senior manager The State utility has been forced to defend its conflict-of-interest controls following revelations that a senior employee co-owns land hosting $800 million worth of battery projects.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General City of Rockingham celebrates sporting excellence at 2026 Sports Star Awards The City of Rockingham has recognised its leading athletes, volunteers and sporting organisations at its 2026 Sports Star Awards.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General OpenAI launches GPT-6 Sol and Luna, boasting lower cost and fewer mistakes The lab is expanding the GPT-6 generation with updated versions of the smaller Sol and Luna models.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Share tips Insurance Australia Group vs QBE Insurance: Which is best for income? When it comes to hunting for passive income from the ASX, investors often weigh up Insurance Australia Group Ltd and QBE Insurance Group Ltd.
• 23 Sept, 04:00 · General Guide How far away should you sit from your computer monitor or laptop? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends that you keep the monitor about 20-28 inches away from you, for 24-inch displays.