Biosecurity crackdown: Australia seized more than 100,000 prohibited exotic cockroaches worth about A$200,000 in NSW, warning they could threaten native wildlife and agriculture and that breeders and pet shops face serious penalties. Health & science: Pioneering melanoma doctor and former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer has died aged 59 after a long battle with an aggressive brain tumour, with his world-first immunotherapy approach credited for improving outcomes for advanced melanoma patients. Courts & accountability: The federal government has launched what it calls its largest-ever legal action, suing 3M for more than $2 billion over alleged PFAS contamination at 28 military bases. Housing pressure: Australia’s housing market is cooling, but a Sydney flat with a broken shower still reportedly costs nearly $1m, highlighting how affordability remains brutal for buyers. Postal frustration: Australians are still complaining about Australia Post—delivery issues, lost parcels and delays—after thousands of complaints to the Commonwealth Ombudsman. Energy future: CSIRO and partners say they’ve built a proof-of-concept quantum battery that could dramatically speed charging if it scales. Sports (Aussie spotlight): Australia’s beach volleyball duo won silver after losing the final to Australia’s Taliqua Clancy and Stefie Fejes, while Australia also beat the Philippines in women’s volleyball with Alyssa Solomon starring for Alas Pilipinas.