Drug Crackdown: Thailand’s PM Anutin has ordered urgent talks after two Australia-linked drug cases, including an alleged heroin find involving a Thai Airways employee at Melbourne Airport, raising concerns for Thailand’s aviation image and OECD bid. Sport—Socceroos: Alessandro Circati says Australia are focused on proving themselves ahead of the Round of 32 clash with Egypt, with penalty practice ramping up. Border Security: Two men face charges over an alleged people-smuggling operation after Chinese nationals landed on remote Queensland coast near Weipa; detainees were removed from Australia. Community & Culture: Wangaratta will mark NAIDOC Week with a free 50-years celebration at Apex Park featuring Isaiah Firebrace, plus local grants backing groups tackling mental health and community needs. Public Safety: NSW moves to restrict “nangs” (nitrous oxide) sales, tightening limits and age rules from November 5. Health & Policy: eSafety commissioner Julie Inman Grant tells an antisemitism inquiry that platforms like X fight to keep gore and fringe content online, complicating takedowns. Energy & Economy: Victoria fast-tracks 1.64GW of battery storage approvals; separate reporting flags gas producers’ $18b windfall from the Iran war and renewed export tax calls. Business & Markets: Perpetual shares jump after rejecting EQT’s $1.69b takeover bid; Wangaratta taxpayers are warned not to rely on AI or social media “finfluencers” for tax returns.