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August 11, 2026 · Sydney Morning Herald

AI cameras to watch for signs of distress at Brisbane pools
The council says the technology is not replacing lifeguards, but the system could operate as an “extra set of eyes”.
Executive exodus continues at KPMG as partners decide chairman’s fate
Another two senior executives associated with the whistleblower scandal at the accounting firm have resigned today.
Sarah Pound’s slow-cooker Moroccan vegetable and chickpea stew
Taking five minutes to brown the base ingredients transforms this fragrant, plant-based dinner into a deeply comforting
High winds cause flight cancellations, delays at Sydney Airport
Passengers could face a day of disruption at Sydney Airport, as strong winds have caused several flights to be cancelled
Native birds in captivity to be vaccinated against H5 bird flu as Australia prepares for more mass mortalities
Federal government also hopes to vaccinate some wild birds but admits catching them once, let alone twice for both doses