Network News
Latest news and updates from AustNet
New Malicious mIRC Script
Users of "VMagnum" script have had their channels and nicknames stolen after the script sends their password to its creator every time they identify. The script's channel #snooker has been closed down and the creator removed from the network. Any users of the script are advised to remove it immediately and then change their password (/msg nickop set pass yournewpassword).
#PicturePoll meet a huge success
On April 13th the regulars from #picturepoll headed to Albert Park for their first meet since last year's successful meet. Organisers set up the BBQ, got out the food and drinks .. and it started to rain!
Nickname stealing impersonators
AustNet users are again reminded to never give your password out, or "identify" to anyone other than [email protected]. Austnet services will never require you to "identify" to any other service.
Two new servers for AustNet
Kas.* vote for permlink to Austnet was concluded last night. We would like to congratulate and welcome the admin hell_ to AustNet. Vote results can be viewed HERE. USA server Deathstar.*'s permlink vote also closed last night, resulting in a permanent position for the server on AustNet. Congratulations to chatbox the admin. Vote results may be seen HERE.
Wanted: Suggestions
The AustNet website team is currently collecting suggestions on what users would like to see in the expanded Community section/new AustNet ezine. If you have a suggestion, please email [email protected].
#Bifemsex channel meet
One of the more R-rated channels on Austnet, #Bifemsex has a channel meet in Sydney on 24th April at the Bank Hotel, Newtown, 7:30 pm. More details can be found at the channel website, or by asking in the channel.
ASD Raises and Addition
Congratulations to our newest LoveOP NetPriests; robby, darkness and outatime who can now perform IRC weddings! And congrats to Cam on his re-addition to ASD at level 10 - Welcome back!
Mikey returns after absence
After an extended period away, mikey (a level 200 ASD helper) has returned to AustNet. We welcome him back and look forward to seeing him around again!
Another network peak
Tonight AustNet reached another milestone, with 13988 concurrent clients. Thanks to all the users who have made AustNet their online home.
New Routing site
Austnet today announce a complete revamp of the Austnet.org routing website. The new site includes an in-depth application system, and administration section, with the ability for users to make comments. Aka has been working hard on the site and his work is very much appreciated.