Fertility Rights Clash in Queensland: Queensland’s health minister has ordered a review of fertility clinic guidance after reports lesbian couples were told they couldn’t use the same sperm donor under a “10-family” limit, with lawyers calling the approach discriminatory. Pre-COP31 Attendance Row: Fiji-hosted pre-COP31 talks are facing media scrutiny over whether Australia has confirmed leaders’ attendance, but the Environment ministry says no concerns have been raised and planning is on track. Canberra Infrastructure Disruption: The ACT will close Coppins Crossing Road for three days in August for safety works on the new Molonglo River Bridge, with detours via Parkes Way/Tuggeranong Parkway and Cotter Road. Big Tech News Deal Push: Labor’s tweaked news bargaining incentive would raise the maximum levy for major platforms and require more publisher deals to avoid the charge, aiming to force payments tied to Australian ad revenue. Housing and Fuel Pressure: Property prices fell again in July, with the biggest monthly drop since late 2022, while motorists brace for higher petrol costs as the fuel excise discount ends. KPMG Shake-up Looms: Opinion and reporting point to major KPMG Australia job cuts and possible restructuring after the whistleblower scandal. Science for Public Health: ANU researchers have been recognised for a rapid test to detect trace psychoactive drugs, built using Canberra pill-testing samples. Cybersecurity Alert: Liechtenstein says a cyber attack stole data on 31,000 people from its beneficial owners register.