Gig Economy Pay: The Fair Work Commission has locked in “world-leading” minimum standards for Australian delivery drivers from Aug 17, setting a $31.30 an hour floor (above the national minimum wage) and requiring workplace injury insurance. Bondi Terror Case: NSW police have taken more than 800 witness statements in the Bondi shooting investigation as the court process continues for Naveed Akram, charged over the Dec 14 attack. RBA & Markets: The Aussie and Kiwi dollars held steady as investors weighed US inflation and the RBA’s hawkish tone, with rate hikes still on the table. Test Cricket (Darwin): Pat Cummins has named a full-strength XI for the first Test vs Bangladesh, with Josh Hazlewood returning and Scott Boland left out in a tight call. Energy & Renewables: NSW’s energy minister admits mistakes during the renewables rollout after an Aboriginal heritage rock shelter was destroyed during transmission works. Politics & Media: Sports Entertainment Group has agreed to buy NZ broadcaster MediaWorks for $130m, while NSW ICAC hears allegations of “kickbacks” tied to Catholic Schools NSW contracts. Bird Flu: Phillip Island penguins are set to be vaccinated as H5N1 cases climb, with authorities warning of potentially large losses if outbreaks spread.