Migration shake-up: Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has unveiled Labor’s migration overhaul, aiming to cut net overseas migration to 245,000 (to July 2027) and 225,000 thereafter, with tighter rules for students’ family access, a ballot and caps for backpackers, and tougher visitor conditions—prompting fresh warnings from farmers and regional employers about food and labour shortages. Cost-of-living politics: The debate is colliding with housing and tax pressure, with new reporting on how negative gearing changes are already hitting rental markets hardest in places like Victoria and outer Sydney. Digital privacy and security: The government is considering a “world-leading” ban on smart glasses in federal workplaces, citing privacy, data protection and national security risks. NDIS and disability arts: Disability arts groups warn NDIS funding cuts will slash support for community participation from October, threatening organisations that rely on the scheme. Defence and tech risk: Defence’s AI chief says data centres are strategic targets in conflict, while separate reporting flags serious security concerns after F-35 parts were reportedly diverted to Hong Kong. Public services and jobs: ACT moves to put Canberra Hospital cleaners (and gardeners) onto secure public service roles from 1 October. Environment and safety: Western Australia faces renewed shark-attack debate after another fatal incident, as warmer oceans are blamed for changing shark patterns.