AFL Tasmania: Ken Hinkley has been officially named the Tasmania Devils’ inaugural coach on a five-year deal, with the club set to enter the AFL in 2028 and Hinkley saying he’s excited to build from day one. Defence Drills: Exercise Pitch Black kicks off in the Top End with stealth fighters and 2,500 personnel across Darwin and Tindal, as Australia and partner nations run complex air combat training. Super Shock: ASIC is urging Australians to check super balances after enforcement action found fees and switching issues that left some members’ retirement savings nearly wiped out. Religious Protest Rules: Mark Dreyfus has told a royal commission governments should consider banning protests outside synagogues and Jewish schools, drawing on safe-access zone logic used for abortion clinics. Terror Case: An alleged “ISIS bride” has been granted bail after terror charges, with a magistrate citing factors including caregiving duties and health. Northern Territory Health: Anthony Albanese has dashed hopes of a new Darwin hospital, instead announcing $10m for maternity upgrades at Royal Darwin Hospital. Critical Minerals: Andrew Forrest has bought a 16.8% stake in EQ Resources, backing tungsten supply at a time of renewed focus on critical minerals. Queensland Rugby: Izaia Perese returns to the Queensland Reds on a two-year deal after time in England, aiming to get back into Wallabies contention. Tasmania Devils Recruiting: Hinkley also outlined how the Devils will sell the “journey” to attract talent as they prepare for their AFL launch.