Under-16 Social Media Crackdown: Communications Minister Anika Wells warns against delaying upgrades to Australia’s kids’ social media ban, saying it would postpone accountability for big tech. Big Tech Accountability: The push follows new compliance notices and aims to strengthen the eSafety Commissioner’s ability to take enforcement action in court. PBS Cheaper Medicines: From July 1, 10 new and expanded treatments land on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, cutting scripts to $25 (or $7.70 with a concession card). EY PM Banking Scandal: Two EY employees have been dismissed after alleged unlawful access to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s banking data, with police charges tied to privacy offences. Thai Suitcase Murder: Australian Simon Peter Carman faces murder charges in Thailand over the death of a 17-year-old girl; Thai authorities say the body was found in a suitcase and CCTV tracks his movements. Housing Pressure: Master Builders Australia says the country is set to fall 204,000 homes short of the National Housing Accord target, blaming policy settings and broken promises. Forestry Transition Scrutiny: A Victorian investigation claims native timber still moves through supply chains despite the end of native logging and $1.5b in transition funding. Data & Trade: Google’s Humboldt cable linking Chile to Australia gets approval, with service expected in 2028.