Prime minister in the US to lobby for Australia to get a seat on the UN Security Council; Federal government intervention recommended to tackle the treatment of children in the youth justice system; Freemantle celebrate booking a spot in the AFL grand final.
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- The prime minister is in the US to lobby for Australia to get a seat on the UN Security Council.
- Federal government intervention recommended to tackle the treatment of children in the youth justice system.
- Fremantle celebrate booking a spot in the AFL grand final.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the government's approach to artificial technology and child safety online will be a key part of his discussions with world leaders at the UN General Assembly.
Mr Albanese is expected to use his speech before the General Assembly this week to launch the government's formal campaign for a two-year term on the Security Council in 2029-30.
The prime minister says Australia's record on digital safety is something that other nations have learned from - and he looks forward to discussing solutions to the common challenges countries are facing.
"Australia is, of course, a world leader when it comes to dealing with the issues of safety when it comes to new technology and the digital economy, and engaging on those issues today, but also in the United Nations over the next week, where artificial intelligence are making sure that we seize the opportunities, whilst being very conscious about mitigating the risks that are required, which is a part of the global discussion that's taking place."
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The final report of a Senate inquiry has recommended the federal government work with states and territories to legislate national minimum standards on the treatment of incarcerated children.
It is one of four recommendations from the inquiry, which was launched after the deaths of two children in Western Australia's youth justice system.
The inquiry heard from more than 120 witnesses, with many calling for evidence-based approaches to reduce re-offending, including restorative justice, justice reinvestment and early intervention.
Witnesses also noted the over-representation of First Nations children; and the unprecedented rates of neurodisability and neurodevelopmental disorders, among the children detained.
Nick Espie, the general manager of the national group representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Services, NATSILS says he welcomes the recommendation for national minimum standards.
"There is always reluctance for the Commonwealth (federal government) to interfere with states and territories. But this is a national crisis. We're seeing far too many young people in custody, behind bars rather than in schools, rather than getting supports and services to help them. The Commonwealth can not only set minimum standards at law, but the Commonwealth in a position to actually fund in and invest in programs that we know work."
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The US and Denmark have announced a deal on Greenland's security.
It signals an end to months of tensions sparked when Donald Trump threatened to seize Greenland — for its strategic defence location and mineral wealth.
In a statement, Denmark's prime minister, Mette Frederiksen, says the agreement recognises the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Denmark and the right of the Greenlandic people to self-determination.
Her statement did not address specifics of the agreement.
In a post on social media, Donald Trump said the agreement would grant the US "permanent control over security, and all other needs".
Ms Frederiksen says the deal is expected to be signed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly this coming week.
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This year's Nobel prize-winners are set to receive an increased sum of prize money.
The Nobel Foundation says the increase of $142,000 Australian dollars to the $1,000,000 plus prize, upholds the long-term significance of the Nobel Prize, and ensures the financial part of the prize retains its value over time.
This year's winners will be announced from 5 October, beginning with the field of medicine.
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To sport,Fremantle have booked a sport in the AFL grand final after beating Sydney at the SCG.
The Dockers recovered from being 28 points down — to achieve a 12-point win against the Swans.
The result means the WA-based team have secured their second grand final appearance in the club's history.
Coach Justin Longmuir says the players are savouring the win before preparing for the grand final in Melbourne next weekend.
"Epic performance to come before on the road you know backs to the wall. We've got to enjoy it. And we will enjoy that. And for the next day or couple of days, we'll get home and start preparing. There is no reason why we can't win three games in a row, like we've won 14 games in a row this year. So that is not an issue. We have got back-to-back travel this year as well - and won both of those games. We will draw on some of those experiences - and give it our best shot next week."
The other team in the grand final will be the winner of tonight's preliminary final between the Hawthorn Football Club and the Brisbane Lions.
