@realistdreamer - I see where you're coming from, but I think the freeform could be kept in the summary of the post regarding the update. The other stuff is just easy to find links for that specific information.

@Stephen Cronin - That is the plugin that inspired the thought that something like it should be added to the core. Some folks may disagree but I think it's a small price to pay for one more dedicated piece of the notification puzzle.