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Australia Launches $132 Million AusAlert Emergency System by 2026

2/26/2026

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Australia will implement a $132 million emergency alert system, AusAlert, to replace state-based text messaging.
It will send smartphone alerts for bushfires and floods, using location data and a loud tone for top threats.
AusAlert should be fully operational by October 2026, with a national test on July 27, 2026, targeting about 23 million smartphones.
Opt-out options will apply to lower-level alerts.

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Australia will implement a $132 million emergency alert system, AusAlert, to replace state-based text messaging.
It will send smartphone alerts for bushfires and floods, using location data and a loud tone for top threats.
AusAlert should be fully operational by October 2026, with a national test on July 27, 2026, targeting about 23 million smartphones.
Opt-out options will apply to lower-level alerts.