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Tax cuts, housing changes, and student debt — here's what you need to know. The 2026–27 Federal Budget was handed down on 12 May. And if you're a student or young Australian trying to figure out what it means for you, you're not alone — budgets are dense, jargon-heavy, and often feel disconnected from everyday life. So we've broken it down. Here's what actually matters if you're studying, working part-time, paying rent, saving for a home, or carrying HECS debt. Tax Cuts: A Bi

Deep tech accelerators, AI hackathons, global pitch days, and data conferences — here's what's open right now. There's a lot happening across WA's innovation ecosystem over the next few weeks. Whether you're a researcher looking to commercialise breakthrough technology, a founder curious about AI, or someone who cares about the future of data and decision-making, there's something here for you. Here are four opportunities worth knowing about. DeepStart: Accelerating Deep Tech

Microsoft's Project Silica is rewriting how we think about preserving information. Storing data on glass might sound like science fiction, but it's closer to reality than you'd think. Microsoft Research's Project Silica has developed a way to store massive amounts of data in coaster-sized glass plates — and that data could remain unchanged for thousands of years. For students and founders interested in sustainability, innovation, and the future of technology, this is worth pa