Victoria Labor leadership: Premier Jacinta Allan faces a caucus spill after deputy Ben Carroll declared he has the numbers, with Allan vowing to contest a ballot even if she loses, amid mounting pressure over transport project corruption claims. Pine Gap debate: Protesters again call for Pine Gap to be closed, while commentary argues the base is effectively a US-run “eyes and ears” operation—fueling fresh questions about Australia’s role in intelligence and conflict. Workplace watchdog push: Former ABCC head John Lloyd backs reintroducing the ABCC, saying a strong regulator is needed to tackle construction misconduct that often never reaches criminal court. Climate duty of care: Torres Strait elders’ appeal seeks to put the Commonwealth’s duty of care back in the spotlight as a Federal Court hearing weighs whether negligence law can cover policy-driven climate harm. Housing rules: The Productivity Commission says layers of zoning and development controls are blocking new supply, arguing Australia can’t fix affordability without building where people want to live. Energy and prices: Treasury warns oil shocks from the Middle East are keeping inflation risks elevated, as fuel relief timelines and a proposed new WA refinery feed into the debate over security and cost. AusAlert and emergency systems: Government says a national mobile alert test hit high coverage, while reporting notes missing messages didn’t stop officials calling it a success. Antisemitism inquiry: The Royal Commission moves to hearings on workplace training and education, with calls for stronger public-sector protections and security funding for at-risk institutions. Data centres and power: Experts warn data centre demand could strain the grid and lift costs faster than new generation can be built. Food fraud probe: Four Corners reporting highlights alleged food contamination and labelling failures, including claims of horse meat being sold as beef or lamb. Commonwealth Games: Indian swimmer Sajan Prakash qualifies for the men’s 200m butterfly final in Glasgow, setting up a late Tuesday showdown. Canberra arts: A Canberra staging of The Girl on the Train turns audience seating into part of the thriller experience.