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eSafety requires providers of AI companion chatbots to explain how they are keeping Aussie kids safe

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Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has issued legal notices to four popular AI companion providers requiring them to explain how they are protecting children from exposure to a range of harms, including sexually explicit conversations and images and suicidal ideation and self-harm. Notices were given to Character Technologies, Inc. (character.ai), Glimpse.AI (Nomi), Chai Research Corp (Chai), and … Continued

GC500 Supercar Helmet Races to Auction for Breast Cancer Research

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Key Facts: Supercars driver David Reynolds’ custom-designed pink race helmet to be auctioned for National Breast Cancer Foundation The helmet, painted by Trent Rogers of 6Star Custom Paint, features breast cancer awareness theme and Gold Coast elements Third annual collaboration between Lloyds Auctions and JAX Tyres & Auto for breast cancer fundraising Auction closes Monday, … Continued

GHD’s 2025 Sustainability Report highlights the company’s focus on creating an enduring legacy

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SYDNEY, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global professional services company GHD has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining its performance on issues that matter to clients, employees, partners and communities.  “Sustainability is an integral part of our business strategy. As we approach our centenary in 2028, thinking about the long-term impact of our work … Continued

Solera Autodata and Digidentity launch first complete MVIS-compliant solution for independent workshops in Australia

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MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From November 2025, Solera Autodata and Digidentity will introduce Australia’s first end to end MVIS-compliant solution for independent workshops. This integration enables access to data for hybrid and EV vehicles in an efficient, as well as compliant manner. MVIS requires car manufacturers to share technical repair data … Continued

New COTA NSW report celebrates the power of positive ageing in Australia.

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The Council on the Ageing (COTA) NSW has launched The Little Book of Good Things, an inspiring new publication that shines a light on the resilience, creativity and energy of older Australians. Through powerful individual stories, The Little Book of Good Things showcases the contributions of ordinary Australians doing extraordinary things in their communities, demonstrating … Continued

10th World Traditional Wushu Championships Held in Emeishan City, China

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EMEISHAN, China, Oct. 21, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– On October 16, the 10th World Traditional Wushu Championships opened in Emeishan City, Sichuan Province, China. Against the backdrop of Mount Emei, a UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage site, 5,092 athletes from 54 countries and regions engaged in exciting competitions. The championships were held from October 17 to 19 … Continued

Sharing stories, celebrating culture – Yarning competition winners

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The Department of the House of Representatives is very pleased to announce the winners of the inaugural Yarning competition. The Yarning Competition aims to provide a platform for young First Nations Australians to connect with the work of the Australian Parliament by inviting them to share their unique stories and experiences through creative mediums such … Continued

Spokesperson alert: Plan International CEO Reena Ghelani available for interview on humanitarian crisis in Sudan

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***Pictures and b-roll footage also available*** Reena Ghelani, Chief Executive Officer of child rights and humanitarian NGO Plan International will be in Port Sudan and available for media interview on the morning of Thursday 23 October between 8:30-9:30am Sudan time (6:30-7:30 GMT). As Sudan’s brutal and protracted conflict continues, 11.8 million people have been forced … Continued

Praise for plans to demolish Wentworth Park greyhound racing track

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SYDNEY (21 October 2025)—Humane World for Animals Australia is applauding City of Sydney Council and Lord Mayor Clover Moore, offering support for the Council’s plans for Sydney’s Wentworth Park that include bulldozing the site’s greyhound racing track.  Recently released imagery detailed plans for Wentworth Park to include sporting fields, picnic areas and parkland. Mayor Moore highlighted that the current site … Continued