# Aussies Back Local Businesses, AI, Amidst Global Competition

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Podcast: [Melbourne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/melbourne-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7572838)
Published: 2026-05-20T16:25:44+00:00
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Australians overwhelmingly support government aid for local businesses, with 80% favoring subsidies, rebates, and grants to prevent local options from disappearing. Theres also strong backing for giving Australian AI companies more contracts over foreign ones, driven by concerns about fairness and job retention. The debate revolves around creating a level playing field and protecting local industries from foreign subsidies. Meanwhile, sectors like defense manufacturing are seeing investments, and local businesses are making their own efforts to stay competitive. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c869fcb7769cd74a

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