India-Australia Uranium Deal: PM Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese finalised arrangements to restart Australian uranium exports to India for peaceful nuclear energy, alongside broader cooperation on renewables, critical minerals and green hydrogen. Sports Diplomacy: At the MCG, they launched an India-Australia Sports Collaboration Roadmap, with Australia backing India’s 2036 Olympics bid and announcing the Big Bash League opener in Chennai as part of a G’Day Namaste festival. Defence & Tech Push: The summit package also included new defence, maritime security and cyber/AI cooperation, with work to accelerate a comprehensive economic deal (CECA). Cultural Repatriation: Australia agreed to voluntarily repatriate three ancient Tamil Nadu temple artefacts to India during Modi’s visit. Workplace Rights Ruling: A federal court backed an employer’s right to dismiss a musician over political remarks, saying organisations can regulate use of their platforms to protect reputation. Bird Flu Alert: Australia confirmed the first H5N1 case in a local seabird, raising concerns about spread pathways while saying poultry risk remains low. Pacific Defence Watch: New Zealand said it will discuss joining the Australia-Fiji “Ocean of Peace Alliance” as Pacific security ties deepen. PNG Travel Scrutiny: PNG opposition leader James Nomane demanded an independent audit of overseas travel spending after criticism of PM James Marape’s trips. Maritime Skills for Women (PNG): Steamships and Australia Awards PNG relaunched the Women in Maritime scholarship, offering sea-time placements for up to 10 women a year.