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- 1Australia posts $15.7 billion budget deficit for 2025/26▼Australia posts budget deficit of $15.7 billion for 2025/26 financial year
Australia recorded a budget deficit of $15.7 billion for the 2025/26 financial year, according to a Reuters report. The figure sets the tone for debate over government spending, taxes and fiscal management, and is likely to feature in political discussion about the federal budget's trajectory.
- 2Government warned months before Medicare data breach▼Government warned months ahead of Medicare data breach
The Australian government was reportedly warned months in advance about vulnerabilities before the Medicare data breach, according to reporting by The Mandarin. The revelation raises questions about whether officials ignored warnings from cybersecurity experts before sensitive health data was exposed, and is fueling criticism of the government's handling of data security across federal agencies.
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An Australian news report details how the federal Labor government responded to a cyber attack on OpenAI. The piece examines internal reactions within the party and what the breach of the leading artificial intelligence company means for governments relying on its tools. Further details beyond the headline are limited.