The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to keep interest rates on hold following a drop in inflation from 4 per cent to 3.8 per cent.

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A survey of over 1000 Australians reveals that 71 per cent support government mandated opt-in features for social media algorithms, which would allow users to disable suggested content and limit their feeds to only accounts they follow.

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A by-election in Secret Harbour, Western Australia, has sparked debate about whether MPs should live in the electorates they represent.

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Strathfield Council in Sydney has mandated that English must be displayed on business signs alongside other languages in an area where 73 per cent of residents speak a non-English language at home.

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The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to keep the cash rate on hold at 4.35% when it announces its decision this afternoon. Market predictions show a 0% chance of a rate hike, with 37 economists surveyed agreeing rates will remain unchanged. Governor Michelle Bullock will address the media at 3:30pm, likely emphasising that inflation remains above the 2-3% target range while not ruling out future rate adjustments.

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Iran announces it is close to finalising an agreement with Oman to establish new shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz. However, Iran has issued multiple demands including compensation, sanctions relief, withdrawal of US military forces, and guarantees against future targeting of Iranian proxies before reopening the strategic waterway. Israel has rejected President Trump's proposed peace agreement for Gaza, stating its priority remains countering Iran's regional proxies and preventing Iranian nuclear capabilities.

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The GWS Giants Orange Army prepares banners at Engie Stadium in Western Sydney for the upcoming AFLW season opener. The volunteer cheer squad creates elaborate banners each week, with recent memorable examples including pointed messages aimed at Essendon and the Sydney Swans. Lisa from the Orange Army discusses the extensive approval process for banner content and the camaraderie amongst AFL cheer squads across the country.

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Millions of products are flooding into Australia from overseas retailers like AliExpress and Temu, raising serious safety concerns. The EU has fined AliExpress $900 million for selling illegal products, while Australia's consumer watchdog faces limitations in enforcing penalties that may be too low to deter these companies. The Australian government has announced an inquiry into the country's product safety framework, including whether penalties need to be significantly increased from thousands to millions of dollars.

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Australian state governments are offering substantial rebates and discounts on electricity and gas bills for eligible customers, including concession cardholders, pensioners, veterans and low-income families.

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My Brilliant Career is a new Netflix series adaptation of the iconic Australian novel, set in 1890s Australia and filmed in South Australia.

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