Digital Duty of Care: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveiled draft laws forcing social platforms, AI chatbots and search apps to protect under-18s from harmful content, with penalties up to $109m and a new “opt-out” option for algorithmic feeds (“My Feed, My Way”). Big Bash Shake-up: Cricket Australia has approved privatisation for the Big Bash League and Women’s Big Bash League, starting with a full sale of Melbourne Renegades under a “self-determination” model, while the Australian Cricketers’ Association pushes for an independent legal process over player revenue terms. Big Tech Tax Fight: The ATO is moving to treat revenue from cloud computing and streaming as royalties, raising the stakes in its broader dispute with major tech firms. Sport & Media Spotlight: The AFL’s Craig Drummond signals zero tolerance on player behaviour after a Swans hotel investigation, while the NFL’s 49ers-Rams Australia opener ramps up with Nick Bosa and George Kittle expected to play. Housing Pressure: New data shows NSW and Victoria home values falling again, adding to consumer sentiment stress. Global Relief: Taskforce Kiwi deployed a specialist team to Nepal to support communities hit by flash floods.