Sydney Airport Safety & Staffing: Transport Minister Catherine King says delays and a second near-miss in two weeks are “unacceptable”, ordering improved rostering from early September after an Airservices Australia air traffic controller and tug operator were stood down for drug and alcohol testing; the ATSB is investigating the Jetstar–Qatar incident. NDIS Fight: Albanese faces mounting backlash as disability advocates warn proposed NDIS changes would cut $37.8b over four years and remove 160,000 participants, with women with disability saying community participation funding will be hit hardest. AI Governance: South Australia launches a royal commission into AI starting October, aiming to shape policy and regulation and report by July 2027, with a focus on work, health, education, and impacts on water and energy. Japan “Melons” Row: Opposition MPs demand Albanese apologise to Japan’s PM after a podcast remark about “crown melons” sparked claims it was culturally insensitive. Housing & Super: Industry warns SMSF borrowing limits tied to federal budget changes could cost about 2,500 homes in the pipeline. Working From Home (Vic): The Coalition won’t block Victoria’s WFH laws but will push amendments to protect businesses as lobby groups warn of job and investment impacts. Bird Flu Precautions: SA and RSPCA urge pet and poultry owners to prevent contact with wild birds as cases rise, including strict hygiene and fencing off water sources. Electoral Naming: The AEC abandons a plan to rename Tasmania’s Franklin electorate to Tongerlongeter after heavy opposition.