Shark Safety Push: NSW has doubled down after a great white shark attack, committing A$120m for year-round drone surveillance at 70+ beaches to boost detection and beach safety. Rugby Nations Championship: France roared back to beat Australia 42-26 in Brisbane after a 21-12 Wallabies lead, extending Australia’s losing run and leaving Joe Schmidt under pressure. Ireland’s Momentum: Ireland beat Japan 36-20 in Newcastle with a strong finish, including a debut try from Sean Jansen. Outback Killer Footage: New bodycam footage shows Peter Falconio’s murderer Bradley Murdoch repeatedly refusing to reveal where the body is. Marine Disaster: Scientists say South Australia’s mass marine die-off was driven by the extremely toxic alga Karenia cristata, raising global alarm for temperate coasts. Immigration Death in Bali: An Australian man died in Bali immigration detention while awaiting deportation after overstaying his visa. Child Abuse Case: NSW police allege a childcare worker abused 122 children and produced abuse material; the father-of-two fights to keep his name secret. Education Union Fight: Victoria teachers reject a Labor pay deal, with rank-and-file organising challenging union leadership. Australia-India Ties: PM Modi’s Australia visit delivered major outcomes, with ongoing focus on defence, trade and education links. Tech & Risk: CXO Inc. partners with ISACA to deliver accredited cybersecurity and governance training across Australia and beyond. Science Breakthrough: WA researchers confirm the North Pole Dome crater in the Pilbara is Earth’s oldest known asteroid impact site, about 3.02 billion years old.