Victoria's wildlife crisis is under intense scrutiny, with the Allan Government facing accusations of cover-ups, excessive culling, and failing to protect native species.
Rising militarism in Indonesia and censorship concerning West Papua highlight ongoing human rights abuses in the region, drawing comparisons to distant conflicts.
Calls for an Australian republic movement are re-emerging, prompting a re-evaluation of the nation's unelected head of state.
Consumer and business confidence readings provide insights into the current economic environment, amidst a quiet week on the domestic calendar and looming global uncertainty.
A significant international manhunt has concluded with the arrest in Greece of one of Australia's most wanted men, linked to a 1999 Sydney murder.