Islamophobia Response: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese fronted the media with the federal government’s response to Aftab Malik’s Islamophobia envoy report, stressing practical steps on education, protection and support, social cohesion and accountability, while challenging One Nation leader Pauline Hanson and issuing a “test” to Opposition leader Angus Taylor on ruling out future deals with One Nation. Union & Education Governance: The Australian Education Union and Victorian Labor are pushing a revised enterprise agreement after teachers overwhelmingly rejected an earlier offer, with critics alleging a rushed ballot and pressure tactics that ignore workload and pay concerns. Online Safety & Regulation: Australia’s under-16 social media ban is being treated as a global policy signal, with reports of mixed effectiveness and workarounds, while governments abroad watch for lessons on age checks and platform compliance. AI Infrastructure Policy: Australia’s data-centre and AI regulation debate continues as governments face opposition over land, power and water use, with fresh scrutiny on how AI investment should be governed. Regional Diplomacy: The US says it is concerned by Papua New Guinea’s reported order to close Taiwan’s representative office, framing it as part of Beijing’s pressure campaign. Public Administration & Accountability: Footage and official responses over an ICE arrest attempt involving an Australian man at a US airport has sparked outrage and renewed calls for restraint and proper process.