Defence Tragedy: An Australian soldier died and five others were injured when a military vehicle rolled over during training at Mount Bundey in the Northern Territory, with NT Police and the coroner’s office investigating. Migration Fight: The coalition’s proposed migration cuts—slashing net overseas migration and temporary visas—has drawn sharp backlash from business groups warning it will hit growth, while farmers back the plan to bring workers back to regions. AI & Data Centres: Australia’s AI inquiry is hearing warnings that the country can’t rely on overseas tech and needs locally owned data centre capacity, as communities question suburban build-outs and consultation. RBA & Cost of Living: A fresh explainer says the RBA targets 2.5% inflation and doesn’t expect prices to fall, meaning households may feel “recession-like” conditions even if a technical recession is avoided. Local News Support: In Washington, a report on funding local journalism is criticised for weakening safeguards that prevent political influence over which outlets get support. Digital Safety: A US initiative launches a “smartphone readiness” model to help families decide access based on demonstrated responsibility, not just age. Community & Culture: Governor-General Sam Mostyn will visit Shepparton for the 150th annual show and bushfire/flood recovery engagements.