Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 21, 2025.
MIL-OSI Analysis: Hold up, humans. Ants figured out medicine, farming and engineering long before we did
Source: The Conversation – Global Perspectives – By Tanya Latty, Associate Professor in Entomology, University of Sydney Tambon Nong Chaeng/Pexels Think back to a time you helped someone move a heavy object, such as a couch. While at first the task may have appeared simple, it actually required a suite of advanced behaviours. The job […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Is spinal cord stimulation safe? Does it work? Here’s what you need to know if you have back pain
Source: The Conversation – Global Perspectives – By Caitlin Jones, Postdoctoral Research Associate in Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney AsiaVision/Getty Spinal cord stimulators are electrical devices that are surgically implanted in the body to treat long-term pain. They have a battery pack and leads that deliver electrical impulses directly to the spinal cord. The devices […]
MIL-Evening Report: Cook Islanders flock from outer islands for 60th anniversary celebrations
By Caleb Fotheringham, RNZ Pacific journalist The Cook Islands’ outer islands, or Pa Enua, are emptying as people make the pilgrimage to Rarotonga for constitution celebrations. This year is particularly significant, August 4 marks 60 years of the Cook Islands being in free association with New Zealand. Cook Islands Secretary of Culture Emile Kairua said […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Australian gamemakers level-up with major funding from Screen Australia
Source: AMP Limited 21 07 2025 – Media release RetopiaNew games capture distinctive stories, landscapes and communities from across the countryScreen Australia has today announced the latest games and gaming events to be supported through the agency’s industry-leading funding programs – providing $1.4 million for gamemakers to upskill and develop stand-out projects.The funding supports 26 […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Remote zone tax offset – determining eligibility
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin Taxpayers may be eligible for tax offsets depending on their individual circumstances. Tax offsets reduce the amount of tax people need to pay. We’ve recently updated the remote zone tax offset web content to make it easier for you and your clients to understand the eligibility requirements. Determining […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Six youths have been arrested for arson and police pursuit
Source: New South Wales – News Six teenagers have been arrested after a pursuit through metropolitan Adelaide and the arson of an Aldinga Beach house this morning. About 12.50 am Monday 21 July Police and emergency services were called to a house at Pebble Court after reports of fire in the garage and house. Fortunately […]
MIL-Evening Report: Is spinal cord stimulation safe? Does it work? Here’s what you need to know if you have back pain
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Caitlin Jones, Postdoctoral Research Associate in Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney AsiaVision/Getty Spinal cord stimulators are electrical devices that are surgically implanted in the body to treat long-term pain. They have a battery pack and leads that deliver electrical impulses directly to the spinal cord. The devices […]
MIL-Evening Report: Federal election feel like ages ago? Parliament is now back. Here’s your political refresher
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jill Sheppard, Senior Lecturer, School of Politics and International Relations, Australian National University Tracey Nearmy/Getty Despite many pre-election predictions, the 48th Australian parliament looks quite similar to the 47th. The Labor Party has greater representation than before: 94 Members of the House of Representatives (up from 77) […]
MIL-Evening Report: Hold up, humans. Ants figured out medicine, farming and engineering long before we did
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tanya Latty, Associate Professor in Entomology, University of Sydney Tambon Nong Chaeng/Pexels Think back to a time you helped someone move a heavy object, such as a couch. While at first the task may have appeared simple, it actually required a suite of advanced behaviours. The job […]
MIL-Evening Report: Does play belong in primary school? New research suggests teachers are not sure
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Katy Meeuwissen, Lecturer in Early Childhood and Primary Education, University of Canberra Jon Challicom/ Getty Images Play is one of the most important parts of early childhood education in Australia. We know children learn about the world through play and it helps them build creativity and independence. […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: More people are considering AI lovers, and we shouldn’t judge
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Neil McArthur, Director, Centre for Professional and Applied Ethics, University of Manitoba People are falling in love with their chatbots. There are now dozens of apps that offer intimate companionship with an AI-powered bot, and they have millions of users. A recent survey of users found that 19 […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Call for information – Domestic violence – Angurugu
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Northern Territory Police are calling for information after a domestic violence incident that occurred in Angurugu this afternoon. Around 12:05pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that an 18-year-old female had allegedly been stabbed in the head with a spear by a male known to […]
MIL-OSI China: Japan, Australia set up title showdown at FIBA Women’s Asia Cup
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Japan upset defending champion China 90-81 in the semifinal at the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup on Saturday. Japan will contend for the title with Australia, who held off South Korea 86-73. Japan shot an impressive 47.1 percent on 3-pointers. Young point guard Kokoro Tanaka shot 10 […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Family rescued from Mount Field National Park
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Family rescued from Mount Field National Park Sunday, 20 July 2025 – 1:24 pm. Six people, including three children, have been safely retrieved from the Mount Field area this morning after being caught in heavy snow overnight.The family raised the alarm with police shortly after 4.30pm on Saturday, […]
MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for July 20, 2025
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on July 20, 2025. Liberals easily win most seats at Tasmanian election, but Labor may form governmentSource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Call for information – Structure fire – Braitling
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services NT Police are calling for information following a suspicious structure fire in Braitling on Saturday evening. Around 6:45pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received multiple reports of a unit on fire at a residential complex on Elliot Street. Emergency services attended and NT Fire and Rescue Services […]