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+created_at: '2026-06-25T09:00:24Z'
+tags:
+- releasenote
+title: my.nesi.org.nz release notes v2.53.0
+search:
+  boost: 0.1
+---
+
+## New and Improved
+- Default storage values updated: For projects that have been inactive, new allocations will now default to the values from the most recent active allocation.
+- Usage column tooltip added: A tooltip now clarifies that storage usage values are refreshed once every 24 hours.
+
+## Fixed
+- Research outputs restored: The Research Outputs function is now fully operational after being impacted by the previous framework upgrade last month.
+
+If you have any questions about any of the updates, please
+{% include "partials/support_request.html" %}.