Citizenship & Welfare: Anthony Albanese hit back at a Coalition plan to restrict payments to Australian citizens only, arguing it would unfairly target people including permanent migrants and those relying on aged care or hospital services. AUKUS & China: The Greens renewed pressure to cancel the nuclear submarines deal, warning it could entangle Australia in a US-China conflict, while Albanese insists AUKUS is “full-steam ahead” after the US offer shifted to three second-hand Virginia-class boats. Fair Work Commission: Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth refused to rule out action over a Fair Work Commission stoush involving a homophobic slur, saying she is seeking advice after an inquiry found no findings on earlier allegations. Israel/West Bank Sanctions: France is coordinating with other countries on national sanctions—asset freezes and travel bans—targeting individuals linked to West Bank violence, after EU unanimity stalled. ACT/Canberra Governance: A new emergency warning system is set for its first test in Canberra, as the ACT Government prepares for budget priorities including mental and physical health for First Nations. Health & Compliance: The ABC reports a private imaging provider has billed Medicare for ineligible services, raising compliance concerns. Housing & Risk: A story on the 2.5% home deposit scheme shows how low-deposit support can leave some single parents near financial collapse. Regional Economy: Queensland launched a 40,000km airborne critical minerals mapping survey across North-West.