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Alerts explained

Find out what alerts are and what they will look and sound like during testing in June and July 2026.
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What are alerts

What are AusAlerts?

Information about when and why alerts may be sent.
Community tests

Community testing

Locations and times for community tests in June 2026.
National test

National test

Details about the Australia-wide test on 27 July 2026.
AusAlert launch

AusAlert launch

Information about the launch of AusAlert on 1 October 2026.
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