Israel kills Hamas leader, how negative gearing fix could help renters, women crash out of T20

Wind change | Wholesale power prices across much of eastern Australia were sharply higher in the September quarter from a year earlier because volatile wind generation meant more reliance on gas, hydro and batteries. But many people will see lower power bills due to government rebates.

‘Biggest blocker’ | More than a quarter of a million renters could own their own homes if Labor reformed tax breaks for residential property investors, new analysis commissioned by the Greens shows, as the party dubbed Anthony Albanese the “biggest blocker” to change.

Psychologist barred | Melbourne psychologist Jonathon Walker, who coerced a young, vulnerable client and moved her into his home after they began an intimate relationship, has had his registration cancelled.

Rights move | Rights and protections for LGBTI people in New South Wales have been strengthened with the passing of a bill in the state parliament late on Thursday, after the legislation was watered down to gain Labor support.

Union rift | Union leaders have warned Labor that the days of their members “blindly” supporting candidates at federal elections are over as the rift with the party over placing the CFMEU construction union in administration widened.

‘Great achievement’ | Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader who masterminded the 7 October attack on Israel that triggered the war in Gaza, has been killed by Israeli troops, the country’s foreign minister announced overnight, calling it a “great achievement”. Sinwar was among three men killed in a surprise encounter in Gaza, the military said, but although his death is another major boost for Benjamin Netanyahu, our analysis argues it will not end the war. Here is our profile of Sinwar, and you can follow live developments in the story here.

Vance voice | The Republican vice-presidential candidate, JD Vance, has suggested that Donald Trump did not actually lose the 2020 election, and that it was rigged by “big tech”. Follow developments in the US live.

Euro clash | European leaders are expected to clash over the controversial idea of processing asylum seekers offshore at a summit dominated by plans to toughen up EU migration policy. Here’s why it’s back on the agenda.

Kids’ stuff | A veteran UK Tory has sparked outrage after saying he would not support Kemi Badenoch to be the party leader because she is “preoccupied with her own children”.

‘Major artist’ | Liam Payne died of multiple traumas and internal and external bleeding caused by a fall from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, authorities said, as his family led tributes to the former One Direction star. Check out our video obituary charting his rise to fame.

Women’s T20 | South Africa stunned Australia to win the first semi-final of the Women’s T20 World Cup in Dubai, overhauling a target of 135 with eight wickets and almost three overs to spare.

AFL | GWS Giants player Josh Fahey has been banned for four matches and five others banned for two games after an investigation into “unacceptable” behaviour at the players’ end-of-season function last month.

Cricket | England need another 261 runs to win the second Test against Pakistan with eight wickets remaining, while India slumped to their lowest ever home score after being dismissed for 46 by New Zealand in the first Test in Bangalore.

Floods | Report due from inquiry into insurers’ responses to 2022 floods claims.

Melbourne | Sentencing for Greg Lynn, found guilty of murdering camper Carol Clay.

Media | Fran Kelly gives the Andrew Olle media lecture at 6.30pm.

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