AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoG20 Diplomacy: Australia was among the countries objecting to a group photo with Russia’s Sergei Lavrov, prompting US officials to cancel the traditional G20 “family photo” in Atlanta. Canberra: The ACT Liberals introduced a bill requiring government agencies to set suicide-prevention plans and report on progress. State Services: A South Australian town is calling for a parliamentary inquiry into its ambulance service after local volunteers stopped work in support of a colleague who was stood down. Federal Accountability: Health authorities acknowledged that more than 20,000 NSW students vaccinated against COVID-19 in 2021 were not given enough information to provide informed consent. Separately, continued use of the herbicide paraquat is drawing scrutiny over potential health risks. Economic Pressure: Anthony Albanese called RBA rate rises a “blunt instrument” as he defended the government’s economic approach amid mounting pressure over spending and productivity.
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