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No guarantee of coverage for remote Australians post-3G

Farming families fear losing their access to health and education, as Telstra acknowledges some may lose connectivity in 3G closure.

AAP

Telcos to proceed with 3G closure despite inquiry fears

Threats to safety from the 3G mobile network shutdown are "too great to ignore", an inquiry warns, but Telstra and Optus are pressing ahead with their plans.

AAP

Leaked email in Neylon-Sivo saga only sent to NSW council general managers

Mounting pressure on Newcastle council general manager Jeremy Bath.

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Why is Australia’s 3G being shut down – and could it spell chaos?

While not many phones will be affected, business groups worry ATMs, alarms, CCTV, medical alert systems and more could be

The Guardian - AU

Remote doctors, medical devices affected by 3G closure

Critical devices from insulin pumps and pacemakers to security cameras and EFTPOS machines could be affected by the 3G shutdown, an inquiry has been told.

AAP

Fears of widespread disruption when 3G is switched off

Telcos and the government may not realise the potential extent of disruptions when 3G is switched off, with concerns across health, construction and farming.

AAP

Thousands of phone users not ready to hang up on 3G

More than 100,000 mobile phones won't connect to triple-zero after the 3G network shuts down, as telcos ramp up their efforts to contact affected customers.

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5G tower proposed to improve coverage in Waratah and surrounds

Councillors will vote on the development application.

Newcastle Herald

Telcos urge 205,000 Aussies to upgrade before 3G shuts

There are 205,000 mobile phones that won't connect to triple-zero after the 3G network closes, as telcos urge customers to check their devices and upgrade.

AAP

Residents' antennas up over new phone tower at Belmont North

The closest house is 25m from the tower.

Newcastle Herald

Watchdog warning ends Google deal with Telstra, Optus

Telstra and Optus have agreed to stop accepting payments from Google under deals to pre-install the tech giant's search software as default on their phones.

AAP

Indigenous leader Rev Dr D Gondarra dies – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Two letter writers, same mobile phone number: Seriously, what are the odds?

Time to set the record straight on Neylon, Sivo letters scandal.

Newcastle Herald

England vs Iceland live stream: How to watch 2024 international friendly online and on TV today, team news

The England vs Iceland live stream is Gareth Southgate's last chance to check form and fitness before selecting a Euro 2024 squad — here's how to watch the match live from anywhere.

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Scotland vs Finland live stream: How to watch 2024 international friendly online and on TV, team news

The Scotland vs Finland live stream sees the home side playing in their final friendly before Euro 2024 — here's how to watch the match from anywhere.

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England vs Bosnia live stream: How to watch 2024 international friendly online and on TV today, team news

The England vs Bosnia live stream allows Gareth Southgate to assess how he cuts his Euro 2024 squad from 33 to 26 players — here's how to watch the match live from anywhere.

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Aged care Covid vaccination rates ‘disappointingly low’, chief medical officer warns – as it happened

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Kaiserslautern vs Bayer Leverkusen live stream: How to watch German Cup final online and on TV today, team news

The Kaiserslautern vs Bayer Leverkusen live stream sees the second-tier side seeking to upset the near-unbeaten Werkself. Here's how to watch the German Cup final, wherever you are.

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Optus faces court as communications watchdog bites

Legal action has been taken against Optus after thousands of customers had sensitive information stolen and leaked online in a massive data breach.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Eraring decision criticised; fatal stage collapse at Mexico campaign rally; and people whose names are autocorrected

Eraring plant will remain open until 2027, two more years than originally expected

The Conversation

We still don’t know the extent of the MediSecure breach, but watch out for these potential scams

On Thursday last week, Australian media began reporting that an unnamed “commercial health information organisation” had been targeted by cyber criminals.

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Chelsea vs Bournemouth live stream: How to watch Premier League game online and on TV, team news

The Chelsea vs Bournemouth live stream sees the Blues needing one point to be assured of European football next season — here's how to watch from anywhere.

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Brighton vs Man Utd live stream: How to watch Premier League game online and on TV, team news

The Red Devils seek to qualify for Europe in a crucial match on the south coast. Here's how to watch a Brighton vs Man Utd live stream from anywhere.

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Burnley vs Nottm Forest live stream: How to watch Premier League game online and on TV, team news

The Burnley vs Nottm Forest live stream takes place on the final weekend of the EPL season – here's how to watch from anywhere.

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Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham live stream: How to watch Premier League game online and on TV, team news

The Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham live stream sees Spurs needing one point to be assured of finishing the season in fifth place — here's how to watch from anywhere.

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