Interest Rates and Housing: The Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate to 4.85%, its highest level since 2008. CBA now forecasts home prices will fall 8% this year and another 3% in 2027. Children Online: The High Court has heard challenges to Australia’s under-16 social media ban. The government says it protects children’s wellbeing; Reddit and a rights group argue it restricts political communication. A decision is expected in the coming months. Public Safety: NSW is deploying 250 armed officers at major events and crowded places after the Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15 people. The new unit will cost $94 million and has drawn concern from rights campaigners. Cybersecurity: Hackers accessed an NSW Health server and may have stolen sensitive information about private providers in a dental scheme. The department says patient data was not involved. Australians Abroad: Two Australians were among those killed in a high-speed train crash in Spain. Household Spending: Spending rose 0.6% in September, led by transport and health costs, while fuel spending climbed as purchases fell.