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AusAlert national test coming soon
AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices.
The system will be ready to use in October 2026. Before it launches, a nationwide test will be conducted to make sure the system works effectively across Australia.
On Monday 27 July, compatible mobile devices, including mobile phones, tablets and smart watches, may receive a test alert.
The test times across Australian time zones are:
* 2:00 pm AEST (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
* 1:30 pm ACST (SA, NT, Broken Hill NSW)
* 12:00 pm AWST (WA)
The message will cause devices to vibrate and play a loud, siren-like sound for about 10 seconds.
If this could disrupt you or cause you or a loved one to feel unsafe, please turn off your mobile devices or switch them to aeroplane mode before the scheduled test time in your location, and leave them off for at least one hour.
As this is just a test, you don’t need to do anything, but in an actual disaster you should follow the alert instructions to keep yourself and others safe.
To learn more, including what an AusAlert sounds like, visit ausalert.gov.au