Markets Watch: ASX futures point to a modest open gain after Wall Street ended mixed, while the local market finished virtually flat as banking and gold helped offset weakness. Housing & Tax: A federal property-tax overhaul is starting to bite, with banks now forecasting declines and analysts warning of a potentially large correction in major cities. Energy & Resources: The Office of the Chief Economist lifted export earnings forecasts on stronger energy and gold prices, even as the longer-term outlook still softens. Climate Risk: The UN’s weather agency warns El Niño is set to strengthen quickly between July and September, raising the odds of extreme weather. Solar & Local Business: A new Perth solar installer guide ranks top performers using independent review data, spotlighting licensing and end-to-end service. Banking Security: Global IME Bank in Nepal rolled out instant account blocking via phone or app to help curb phishing and scam losses. Public Sector Tech: Atturra helped Wyndham City Council complete a major IT transformation onto a single TechnologyOne platform. Admin & Jobs: South Australia’s Zen Energy has entered administration after selling retail electricity supply, with supply to government facilities transitioning to AGL. Global Trade/Defence: Japan and India announced a roadmap after Modi–Takaichi talks, including defence and maritime cooperation and large private-sector deal commitments.