Business Collapse: Bathla Group founder Bhart Bhushan’s property empire has collapsed into voluntary administration with about $3.4b debt, leaving buyers facing unfinished homes and defects. Food & Drink Culture: Sydney bakeries are chasing Portuguese tart perfection, while the Jellycat Diner “plush pancake” craze shows how toy brands are selling experiences as much as products. Consumer Safety & Claims: Choice’s sunscreen findings are still reverberating, with Ultra Violette’s SPF failure spotlighting how Aussie shoppers are scrutinising everyday health products. Insurance Pressure: East-coast households are dropping full home insurance as flood risk drives premiums up and coverage down, raising fears of a future “crisis” for uninsured homes. Travel & Loyalty: Qantas expands reward-seat access via Condor, while luxury travel firm Wayfairer Travel abruptly cancels trips. Tech & Regulation: YouTube will auto-label undisclosed brand deals, shifting disclosure control from creators to automated systems. AI & Infrastructure: Australia’s AI data-centre boom is raising concerns over power, water and jobs, alongside major global compute deals. EV Market Shift: EVs keep gaining share in Australia as Chinese brands push further into mainstream demand.