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The Australian Labor government has announced new regulations allowing individuals to opt in or out of social media algorithms. The changes come amid ongoing discussions about superannuation policies, where One Nation has proposed allowing people to divert 3% of their superannuation to cover rent or mortgage payments. Labor's Mulino warned that this could leave individuals, particularly those aged 30, significantly worse off at retirement, estimating a loss of $25,000 for individuals and $50,000 for couples. Mulino expressed skepticism about granting any government the authority to control what users read on their devices.

Former radio host Alan Jones has denied 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching. A friend testified in court, acknowledging that he had sent Jones a supportive text message, stating his willingness to refute any false claims. During cross-examination, the witness described his loyalty to Jones and emphasized their close friendship, which he characterized as an "unbreakable bond."

The Australian government is set to introduce legislation that will require social media platforms to permit users to opt out of algorithm-driven content. This initiative aims to enhance online safety, particularly for users under 16, by limiting their exposure to harmful content, including that related to misogyny and eating disorders. Platforms that fail to comply with the new regulations could face fines exceeding $100 million.

The Mount Isa city council in Queensland plans to auction 24 homes previously owned by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Welfare Services due to nearly $1 million in unpaid rates. This decision could result in homelessness for First Nations families, who claim they were unaware of the accumulating debt until recently. The council's actions have sparked concerns about the lack of communication regarding the financial situation.

Barnaby Joyce, the Treasury spokesperson for One Nation, admitted that his party has not conducted an economic analysis of its superannuation policy, which proposes allowing early access to super savings for households. In a recent interview, Joyce stated he is not expected to know everything and dismissed the need for economic modeling typically associated with significant policy proposals. Jim Chalmers from Labor described One Nation's superannuation plan as "an absolute shambles."