Smoking & Health: Australia’s daily smoking rate has fallen to a historic low of 5.6% in 2025, down from 8.3% in 2022–23, with vaping steady at about 3.6%—but the survey also flags a rise in illicit tobacco use among smokers. Wildfire Smoke Risks: A major explainer warns wildfire smoke can travel far and linger for weeks, raising risks for heart and lung problems, asthma flare-ups, and worse outcomes for surgery and pregnancy. Domestic Violence Pressure: New reporting highlights an “implementation gap” in Australia’s response to family violence after multiple alleged killings in just days, with experts arguing recommendations exist but are not being carried through. Healthcare Cybersecurity: Partnered Health’s GP network hack is again in focus, with patient records reportedly exposed and trust taking another hit. AI & Youth Safety: Meta is rolling out new parental notification tools for teens using its AI chatbot when self-harm or suicide signals appear, with alerts sent to supervising adults in Australia and other countries. Data Centres & Energy: Australia is moving toward stricter rules for large data centres, including energy and water guardrails, as concerns grow about power demand. Off-grid Living: A viral story from an off-grid homesteader shows rain finally refilling water tanks after weeks without supply—sparking debate about legality and water collection. Business & Tech Deal: Foresense signs an MOU with WhiteBIT Australia to explore crypto-enabled loyalty and digital wallet features.