Adelaide

Sweeping reforms from the Reserve Bank of Australia take effect this week, banning card surcharges. In preparation, banks are raising fees and slashing perks, including rewards programs and free travel insurance. The changes have sparked debate about whether consumers will really benefit, with critics arguing banks are offsetting losses by clawing back benefits elsewhere.

Health authorities in South Australia have confirmed a fifth measles case as an outbreak continues in the state. One infected patient spent 24 hours in a hospital emergency department in Adelaide, raising concerns about potential exposure of staff and other patients. Contact tracing is underway and residents are being urged to check their vaccination status.