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The subject lines on every edition of TDA’s morning newsletter tend to be pretty straighty-180. We make them concise, clear, and always about something we think you should read more about in that edition.

As for Max over at TDA’s Finance Newsletter, he’s not quite playing by the same rules. He’s titled his (very good!) edition that’s going out at 8am AEST this morning as ‘Goldfingers, goldilocks, lil goldy’.

I asked him what ‘lil goldy’ means. He told us it’s his future rap name. This finance whiz continues to surprise me.

If you want to read more from ‘lil goldy’, you can sign up by clicking here.

P.S. Since we’re talking about finance, I have a money-related riddle for you: Where do fish keep their money?

Answer is in the titbit!

“Just as so many parts of the royal household’s work have been modernised and adapted to reflect the world of today, so too the time has come to bid the fondest of farewells as we seek to be disciplined and forward in our allocation of funding.”
James Chalmers, Keeper of the Privy Purse (King Charles III’s private income), in a statement announcing the retirement of the UK Royal Family’s private train.

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The number of people charged by the U.S. Department of Justice in relation to an alleged healthcare fraud scheme. It includes 96 doctors, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other licensed medical professionals. The scheme involved $US14.6 billion in intended loss.

Insouciant [in-su-see-ant]
Definition: to have no feelings of worry or guilt.
In a sentence: "I hope to have an insouciant life."

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The Israeli Defense Forces killed at least 30 people in a strike on a cafe in northern Gaza earlier this week, according to witnesses and local medical officials.

It follows an announcement that the army has “learned lessons” from a review of a U.S-Israeli aid model.

In an update last week, the United Nations said IDF soldiers had killed at least 410 Palestinians trying to get food and supplies.

The U.S. has also flagged a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas could be closer to reality. Here’s the latest.

The IDF attacked Gaza City and Jabalia earlier this week, both located in the northern part of the strip.

It sent out an evacuation alert ahead of the strikes for neighbourhoods in the north, including the Jabalia refugee camp. IDF spokesperson Avichay Adraee said in a statement on social media that the area would turn into an “active combat zone” as the army worked to “destroy the capabilities of terrorist organizations in those areas”.

On Monday, the military struck a seaside cafe, reportedly a popular gathering spot for locals and journalists. Authorities from the nearby Al-Shifa Hospital told The New York Times the IDF killed at least 30 people by striking the cafe.

After a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas broke down earlier this year, Israel instituted an aid blockade to Gaza. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu partially lifted the blockade in May following international criticism.

Aid is currently being distributed by the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP), and the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a non-government organisation with U.S. and Israeli support.

The UN reports at least 410 killings at aid sites, while the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry says nearly 600 Palestinians have been killed.

Speaking to reporters last week, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the GHF model is “killing people”.

The IDF has launched an investigation into the GHF sites, which it said was aimed at “minimizing friction with the population, and ensuring that the aid reaches its intended recipients.”

It said it was making changes “based on lessons previously learned”. The IDF says it is at these aid centres to divert deliveries away from Hamas.

Israeli outlet The Times of Israel has quoted an IDF statement taking responsibility for some of the civilian deaths. TDA and other international outlets have been unable to independently verify the statement.

Multiple attempts at a lasting ceasefire between Israel and Hamas have failed.

On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a ceasefire in Israel’s war with Hamas could be achieved “within a week”.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is widely expected to visit the White House next week, where it’s believed he and Trump will discuss the progress of the ceasefire deal.

Content warning: The following piece contains highly distressing themes and details pertaining to child abuse.

Victoria Police has announced that a man who worked at several childcare centres across Melbourne has been charged with more than 70 offences, including child rape.

The Victorian Health Department said that as a precaution, around 1,200 children have been recommended to get tested for possible infectious diseases.

It is contacting families who are believed to have been affected.

Here’s what you need to know.

Joshua Brown, 26, was arrested on 12 May. On Tuesday morning, Victoria Police held a press conference detailing his arrest.

The 70 charges relate to eight victims at a childcare centre in Point Cook in Melbourne between April 2022 and January 2023. The charges include child rape, attempted child rape, and producing child abuse material.

Police said the victims were aged between five months and two-years-old at the time of the alleged offences.

Police are also investigating evidence of an allegation at a second childcare centre in Essendon.

Victoria Police said that although the allegations are currently limited to one childcare centre, Brown did work at 20 childcare centres between 2017 and 2025.

Victoria’s Acting Commander Janet Stevenson said they “are not suggesting that the accused has offended against children in all these centres”.

Stevenson also revealed that this was a “proactive investigation” that did not start “through someone’s complaint”.

“We didn’t have a victim for some time,” she said.

Police did not reveal how they first became aware of the offending.

Victoria Police said the families of the alleged eight victims were notified of the charges laid against Brown last week.

“As you can imagine, this was deeply distressing for the families to hear,” Acting Commander Stevenson said.

A letter was issued on Tuesday to the families of all children who were enrolled at childcare centres during the time period Brown worked there.

“If you have not been contacted, then it’s highly unlikely that your child has been impacted,” Stevenson added.

The Victorian Health Department says it has contacted around 2,600 families who have attended childcare centres where the accused worked.

It has recommended about 1,200 children “undergo testing for infectious diseases due to potential exposure risk”.

It said the potential infection can be treated with antibiotics.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan said she is “sickened” by the allegations and said her “heart breaks for the families that are living every parent’s worst nightmare”.

“Every health and mental health support will be provided to these families... I do know that as a parent, this will be felt far beyond those immediate families that are affected.”

Allan announced the early childhood regulator will commence an investigation into the early childhood providers at which the accused worked.

A dedicated website for affected families has been set up here: vic.gov.au/childcare-centres-investigation

Police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732

Billabong’s celebrating 40 years of stoke with an epic giveaway

Billabong celebrates four decades of The Raging Bull – Mark Occhilupo – with a bold new collection inspired by the legend’s fearless style, iconic backhand, and deep connection to the sea.

To mark the moment, they’re giving away an epic experience: flights to the Gold Coast, a $500 Kirra Surf spree, an Occy Raging Bull board, and the chance to paddle out for a surf with Occ himself.

This is more than merch – it’s history, heritage, and a whole lot of heart. Two legendary breaks. One unforgettable story. And the stoke? That’s forever.

🍊 The State of Origin teams are set for next Wednesday. Who’s in?
🍊 Two major upsets at the FIFA Club World Cup. Read more here.
🍊 Nathan Lyon is passing on the team song after 12 years. Details here.
🗞️ Also in today’s Sport Newsletter: athletics, AFL, and more…

The measure will increase the site by 20% under a new plan by the NT Government. Environment Centre NT said “the largest addition to the Territory's national park estate in 25 years shows more can be done to turn high value private land into protected areas that support First Nations cultural heritage, tourism and biodiversity outcomes.” NT Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro said the expansion will open up “untouched waterfalls, hot springs, and the much-loved Robin Falls” for public enjoyment.

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Reporting by Anju Dhanushkodi.

Imagine finding out on Friday night that you won thousands of dollars in the lottery, only to be told on Monday that no, in fact, you didn’t.

This experience happened to thousands of Norwegians over this weekend, when gambling company Norsk Tipping had a calculation error, meaning punters were incorrectly told they had won “a large prize”.

Norsk Tipping apologised for the error, telling customers: “We are incredibly sorry to have disappointed so many… We are now working intensively to ensure this type of error does not happen again.”

Reporting by Anju Dhanushkodi.

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Riddle answer: Riverbank.

It's the start of a new financial year in Australia this week, which means a raft of changes affecting millions of Australians came into effect yesterday. From wage increases to new laws, cost-of-living-relief and super increases, there's quite a bit to unpack.

In today's deep dive, we'll walk you through the big changes that came into effect this week, and explain how they might impact you.