AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoShark safety and regulation: A woman was critically injured in a shark attack off Sydney’s Coogee Beach, prompting 24-hour closures and a review of drone curbs so rescuers can monitor for sharks; NSW says “nothing is off the table,” with shark nets and drone surveillance among options. Migration and housing: Immigration Minister Tony Burke pushed back on calls for big intake cuts, warning that slashing migration could harm the economy and worsen housing and health staffing pressures, as the government targets net overseas migration of 225,000 over the next three years. NDIS overhaul fight: Health Minister Mark Butler defended Labor’s NDIS changes, arguing state criticisms are overstated and warning delays could cost billions, as up to 160,000 people are set to move to state-run supports. Energy and grid pressure: Data centres are lobbying to be seen as grid assets to fund Australia’s energy transition, as critics warn their power demand could drive emissions and higher household bills. Canberra-relevant politics: Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will quit politics, citing leadership strain and family pressures. Health milestone: Australia’s national lung cancer screening program has reached nearly 100,000 high-risk people in its first year, with early detection results reported.
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