A pay rise for kids, and the Koala cupid strikes

Rising inflation is impacting children's purchasing power, leading to a notable increase in pocket money averages to approximately $25 weekly in Australia and £10.73 in the UK. While chores like tidying rooms remain common, plant care currently commands the highest pay per task. In technological developments, Chinese startup Unitree Robotics debuted humanoid robots capable of performing intricate Kung Fu routines and sword flourishes at the Spring Festival Gala, marking a significant advancement in AI-driven balance and precision. Conservation efforts in New South Wales are utilizing DNA matching to boost wild koala populations, prioritizing genetic diversity over physical traits to ensure healthy offspring. Additionally, a Queensland woman recently secured a Guinness World Record by amassing over 2,656 unique Shopkins collectibles. These events coincide with the historical anniversary of Willem Janszoon’s 1606 landing on the Australian mainland at Cape York Peninsula.