Today in Australian politics, Julian Assange has arrived in Saipan and is expected to appear in a US court in the Pacific territory. The Coalition is planning to target Anthony Albanese over Fatima Payman crossing the floor. Stay updated with the latest news throughout the day. Good morning and welcome to the Wednesday politics live blog. Amy Remeikis will be providing updates for most of the day. It's a chilly morning in Canberra, but we're fueled up with coffee and chocolate for breakfast. There is growing pressure for vice-chancellors and senior executives in Australian universities to be held accountable for widespread wage theft. University staff are demanding action and justice for this criminal behavior. It's time for those responsible to face consequences, including potential job loss and legal repercussions. Stay tuned for more updates on today's political developments.

A Melbourne physiotherapist, Hany Bebawy, who was accused of sexually assaulting two female patients, has been allowed to return to work under a "gender condition" set by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia. Bebawy, also known as Harry, had been suspended in April after being charged with two counts of sexual assault. Despite denying the allegations, he can now resume his practice with the stipulation that he adheres to the conditions imposed by the regulatory body.

A tragic incident occurred in Sydney where Rhyce Harding, 27, lost his life in an alleged road rage incident in Blackett. NSW police reported that there was a confrontation between individuals before Harding was hit by a white ute and dragged approximately 100m down the street before succumbing to his injuries at the scene. A man has been charged in connection with this incident, which has left the community in shock and mourning the loss of Harding. The details of the altercation leading to the tragic event have not been fully disclosed, but the impact of road rage incidents on individuals and communities is a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and conflict resolution. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of Rhyce Harding during this difficult time.