Wallabies Selection: Jock Campbell is back in Wallaby gold after 1,316 days, named at fullback for Australia’s opening Test of 2026 against Ireland in Sydney, with Tom Wright coming off the bench after an ACL return. Defence Industry Grants: More than $22m in Defence Industry Development Grants has gone to 60 Australian businesses, backing work from submarines and aerospace to guided weapons, robotics and cyber. Renewables Push: Australia has backed 19 gigascale wind, solar and hybrid projects (7.8GW) plus 7.9GWh of battery storage in its biggest-ever renewables support round. Energy & Mining Deals: South32’s new CEO Matt Daley says the company is targeting about 55% base-metals growth in zinc, lead, silver and copper, while Critical Metals has amended its European Lithium acquisition sale mechanics. Local Safety & Environment: Drone patrols spotted sharks 73 times in Sydney’s first two days, triggering beach closures, and Tasmania’s elephant seal “Neil” is again causing chaos as officials warn fame could turn dangerous. Health: WA has expanded its diphtheria vaccination rollout to the Midwest as cases rise across the Kimberley, Pilbara and Goldfields. World Cup Sport: Australia meets Egypt in the Round of 32, with knockout history on the line for the Socceroos.