Alan Jones returns to court facing 22 charges involving alleged sexual contact with young men, having pleaded not guilty to all charges. His former colleague and rival Ray Hadley is expected to testify this week, with the prosecution suggesting a complainant may have made a complaint to Hadley, while the defence claims Hadley is part of spreading innuendo against Jones. Jones' lawyer has accused Hadley of deliberately attempting to destroy her 85-year-old client.

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A group debate examines the etiquette of splitting restaurant bills amongst friends, particularly when diners order different priced items and some consume alcohol while others don't. The discussion centres on whether bills should be divided equally regardless of individual orders, or calculated separately based on what each person consumed. The conversation highlights the social dynamics and potential awkwardness of bill-splitting scenarios, including the role of a designated 'group boss' to manage payments and the impact on non-drinkers who may feel pressured to subsidise others' orders.

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Australian defence bases experienced 147 security breaches from drone incursions in restricted airspace over a single year, up from 60 the previous year and 21 the year before. Swarms of up to 20 drones have been spotted over military installations including Williamtown Air Force Base in New South Wales, with personnel instructed to close blinds to prevent intelligence gathering. Shadow Minister for Defence Phillip Thompson calls for an investigation into the unidentified drone operators and deployment of detection and interception technology.

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Pet ownership costs in Australia are rising significantly amid cost of living pressures, with insurance premiums varying dramatically between breeds. French Bulldogs cost approximately $1,200 annually to insure compared to Border Collies at $320, while additional expenses include grooming, food, veterinary care and accommodation. About 73% of Australian households own pets, ranking the nation second or third globally for pet ownership.

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Count Binface, an intergalactic-themed political candidate (actually Oxford graduate Jonathan Harvey dressed as a bin), is running against Nigel Farage in a UK by-election for the Clacton seat. The by-election was triggered after Farage resigned from the House of Commons following scrutiny over an undeclared $9.5 million donation from a Thai businessman. With 34 candidates in the race and major parties refusing to participate in what they call 'Farage's circus', Count Binface has emerged as the main opposition candidate, polling second to Farage in opinion surveys.

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Sea Legs Brewery is an independent tap room and brewery located at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane, operating seven days a week for nearly eight years. Founded by John, the brewery specialises in high-quality craft beer and food, including Detroit pizzas and a breakfast stout made with coffee, with a modest distribution footprint across southeast Queensland. The brewery's name evolved from a nickname into a metaphor for finding your footing in life.

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Dracula's Cabaret Restaurant on the Gold Coast features a ghost train ride that guests must experience before entering the main theatre. The attraction includes animatronic ghouls, demons, dead bodies, and live scare actors in darkened passages, creating an immersive horror experience before the stage show Abyss begins. The ride serves as a theatrical entrance to the venue's cabaret performance.

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Australian public pools are implementing AI camera systems that detect swimmers in distress and alert lifeguards via smartwatch. The technology is being rolled out across approximately 100 facilities nationwide, with two Brisbane pools among the first to install the system. Royal Life Saving Australia reports that while lifeguards already respond to around 8,000 rescues and 14,000 medical episodes annually at public pools, the AI system provides additional surveillance capability without replacing human lifeguards.

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The Victorian government has delayed a proposed law that would enshrine the right for workers to work from home two days a week, pushing back its implementation from next month until July next year. Premier Ben Carroll says more time is needed to consult with business groups. The Victorian Chamber of Commerce CEO Sally Curtin argues the legislation is unnecessary, noting Victoria already has the highest work-from-home rates in the world following the pandemic lockdowns, and that employers and employees have successfully negotiated flexible arrangements without government intervention.

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The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold while warning that inflation will remain elevated until the end of next year, meaning mortgage repayments will continue pressuring household budgets for at least 18 months. Property values are falling faster than the RBA anticipated, partly due to tax system changes introduced in the May budget, with house prices expected to decline by up to 8% through the rest of the year and into next year. HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham explains the RBA wants the economy to remain weak to control inflation, and interest rate cuts are unlikely until well into next year.

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