US city Portland has hosted its annual parallel parking competition, where drivers are judged on their vehicle size, parking speed, proximity to the curb, and stylistic flair.

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Smart glasses with AI technology are providing life-changing accessibility for visually impaired Australians, enabling them to identify products, read documents, navigate spaces and perform daily tasks independently.

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Australian rock icon Angry Anderson from the band Rose Tattoo remains hospitalised in Germany after suffering a cardiac arrest in early August 2026.

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The 2026 Rugby League World Cup will be hosted by Australia, kicking off on Thursday 15 October with a blockbuster clash between Australia and New Zealand.

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Dyson has unveiled the CameraJet, an AI-powered electric toothbrush featuring an integrated camera that detects gaps between teeth and automatically dispenses mouthwash through jets to floss while brushing.

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The Bathurst 1000 returns in October, with 2025 winner Matt Payne and veteran driver David Reynolds reflecting on last year's dramatic race that featured challenging weather conditions, limited visibility, and intense competition down to the final lap.

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A trainee police officer in Orange, New South Wales, was filmed chasing an emu down a road in the Central West region.

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Bendigo, Australia's first UNESCO City of Gastronomy, showcases its thriving food scene through local restaurants featuring regional produce.

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The Commonwealth Bank forecasts Australian dwelling prices in Sydney and Melbourne will drop by 10 per cent or more, with recovery not expected until the second half of 2027 pending Reserve Bank rate cuts.

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Rising café prices have prompted one third of Australian coffee drinkers to reduce their café purchases, with coffee prices increasing 38 per cent over four years to approximately $6 per cup.

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