BHP’s climate failure exposed, Pope denounces AI, life on world’s longest golf course

Good morning everyone. We reveal leaked documents that show the world’s largest mining company has hit the brakes on decarbonizing its vast Pilbara operations in Western Australia. Experts say the major polluter’s delay in climate action could have national – and global – implications.

The Pope has condemned AI, we have a podcast with David Pocock about why he won’t rule out a “teal” political party, and we look at the Nullarbor Links, the world’s longest golf course at 1,365km.

Australia

• Number of birds | The Australian magpie is once again at the top of BirdLife Australia’s bird list, becoming the most commonly spotted feathered friend across the country.

• Budget boost | Anthony Albanese will present controversial changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax to parliament on Thursday and will push for the plans to be passed quickly. At the same time, he will point out possible spin-offs for companies outside the EU.