Australia news live: Telstra warns of ‘secondary issue’ after network outage; ABC stands by reporting ahead of royal commission hearing

Telstra is dealing with a significant "secondary issue" following a network outage that initially impacted emergency services, reducing triple-zero calls by 90%, and causing ongoing train disruptions in Victoria and New South Wales. Meanwhile, the ABC has defended its reporting practices ahead of a royal commission hearing on antisemitism and social cohesion, rejecting accusations that its journalism has incited division. This comes as senior ABC and SBS executives are set to appear before the commission, highlighting the broader implications for media responsibility and public trust.