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Australia's Aged Care Minister Sam Rae defended a new algorithm for at-home funding support, despite criticism over the lack of human override. While acknowledging a review is underway due to 1,000+ complaints and cases of people dying while waiting, Rae stated the system leads to faster, fairer decisions.
18-year-old Lucas Herrington is set to make his World Cup debut for the Socceroos after impressing in recent games, including a match at the Rose Bowl. He is unfazed by the pressure and focused on the tournament.
Australia and its Five Eyes allies issued a rare joint warning about Chinese spies using LinkedIn and other job platforms to recruit individuals with access to sensitive information. The spies pose as recruiters for fake firms, lure targets with job offers, and then solicit classified military, political, and economic intelligence.
Nurses and midwives at Lyell McEwin Hospital in South Australia have begun a 24-hour strike over pay negotiations with the state government. The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation is seeking a 21% pay increase over three years, citing a need for nationally competitive conditions to retain staff.
The NT Supreme Court has overturned a 2006 ruling, allowing defendants in Local Courts who are refused legal aid on funding grounds to seek indefinite adjournments. This follows Legal Aid NT's decision to cap new criminal clients due to funding issues, potentially leading to unfair trials.
HABERAIFiji's government has rejected a proposal by Australian billionaires Ian Malouf and Rob Cromb to build a waste-to-energy plant. The plan faced backlash from landowners and tourism operators due to environmental and health concerns.
