Federal Politics & Media Reform: Labor is moving ahead with a “news bargaining incentive” that would push big tech like Google, Meta and TikTok to strike deals with Australian newsrooms, with payments tied to advertising revenue and coalition-backed changes increasing the deal requirements and the reference year for growth. Defence & Public Safety: Defence data shows 147 drone breaches at Australian Defence Force bases in 2024-25, up sharply from earlier years, with Williamtown among the sites flagged. NT Governance: The NT has appointed Bronwyn Haack as acting Children’s Commissioner and acting Anti-Discrimination Commissioner to keep independent watchdog roles running while permanent recruitment continues. Housing Policy: Shadow housing minister Andrew Bragg says low-income earners should accept “substandard” housing as he backs stripping most standards from the national housing code. Workplace Enforcement: A Fair Work Ombudsman action has resulted in penalties against a regional SA beauty business for failing to comply with a compliance notice and back-pay a casual worker. Privacy & Tech: WA police’s live facial recognition trial has scanned huge numbers of faces and triggered arrests, raising questions about oversight and safeguards. Health & Consumer Tips: A review suggests melatonin may modestly help chronic musculoskeletal pain as an add-on, while experts continue to point to creatine as the most reliable single supplement for gym performance.