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- This is Australia Daily News Summary by NewsCard for Saturday, November 29, 2025 ... your briefing on the stories from Australia and around the world. We begin in Sydney where a tourist couple's holiday turned into a terrifying encounter with a shark. The pair were out on the water filming dolphins when a suspected bull shark attacked. In a moment of bravery, the man fought off the predator while getting his partner to shore. Local beachgoers sprang into action to help the couple. It's a stark reminder of the dangers lurking beneath Australia's coastlines, especially as summer approaches and more visitors head to our beaches. ... Back in New South Wales, lawmakers have made a significant decision affecting the state's equestrian community. Parliament has repealed the so-called Brumby Bill, which had granted protected status to the iconic wild horses. The move marks the end of decades-long protections for these animals that roam Australia's high country. The repeal opens the door for new management strategies around the brumbies, a decision that will likely spark ongoing debate between environmental groups and horse advocates. ... In Canberra, Parliament has wrapped up its final sitting week for 2025 with passage of a major environmental law overhaul. The changes represent significant shifts in how Australia approaches environmental policy as we head into the new year. Lawmakers say the reforms will modernise protections and streamline regulations across the country. ... Now to a concerning trend affecting Australians across the nation. Activists are sounding the alarm about the dangers of artificial intelligence technology in fuelling abuse against women and children. They're warning that without proper safeguards, AI tools are being weaponised to harass and exploit vulnerable people. It's a growing crisis that lawmakers and tech companies will need to address urgently. ... That's your Australia Daily News Summary. For more top stories and quick summaries that keep you informed in just minutes, check out the NewsCard app, available in the App Store.