AusAlert test causes confusion in Goomalling ahead of national alert
The AusAlert warning system test was conducted in Goomalling, Australia, on June 20, 2026. A mobile alert was sent at noon, causing confusion among residents, including pharmacist Mark Ashton, who described the experience as startling. This test precedes a national alert scheduled for July 27, ahead of Australia's emergency season beginning in October.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 23:00 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 23:10 UTC
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