AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAUKUS & Defence Industry: Australia has named Henderson in WA as the future defence precinct for AUKUS submarine sustainment, aiming to build a long-term sovereign shipbuilding and maintenance hub. Data Centres & AI Policy: PM Albanese plans to push a ban on large data centres near schools, homes and farms, as AEMO warns data-centre power demand could rise almost sevenfold by 2035-36. Online Safety: eSafety has accepted a court-enforceable undertaking from Roblox, requiring major child-protection upgrades after earlier safety gaps were found. Economy & Jobs: KPMG Australia will cut about 5% of staff (hundreds of roles) amid its audit scandal and weaker consulting demand. Housing Pressure: A new report says renters need about 75% more than the median income to afford median rents, with affordability worsening across capitals. Bird Flu Threat: Scientists warn H5N1 could cause “carnage” for seals and sea lions after detection in fur seals, while penguin vaccination efforts ramp up. Sport (Cricket): Mitchell Starc’s 10-wicket haul helped Australia thrash Bangladesh in a fast Mackay Test, levelling the series 1-1.
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