The Daily Aus Headlines: Liberal candidate drops challenge over election result
Sep 25, 2025
Today's highlights include the eSafety Commissioner considering a broader social media ban for under-16s. In political news, Gisele Kapterian has dropped her High Court challenge regarding the federal election results. A devastating super typhoon has left at least 18 dead in East Asia, prompting mass evacuations. On a brighter note, a new treatment for early Alzheimer’s has been approved in Australia, offering hope to many patients. Tune in for these key stories and more!
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Platforms Must Self-Assess Social Media Status
- The eSafety Commissioner is asking platforms to self-assess whether they qualify as social media under upcoming laws.
- This due diligence may lead to disputes if the Commissioner disagrees with platform self-assessments.
Candidate Withdraws Court Challenge
- Giselle Kaptarian withdrew her High Court challenge after a final ballot review satisfied her about the Bradfield result.
- She conceded publicly and wished winner Nicolette Buller well on Instagram.
Ragasa Became This Year's Strongest Storm
- Super typhoon Ragasa caused extreme winds, flooding and mass evacuations across East Asia.
- It recorded gusts over 280 km/h and forced more than a million people to flee in Guangdong province.