AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoJapan-Australia Defence Deepening: Defence ministers Richard Marles and Shinjiro Koizumi say Japan will be able to test hypersonic and other missiles on Australian ranges, with cooperation also framed as “critical” alongside the US and South Korea. Gambling Reform Fight: Labor’s gambling advertising opt-out and inducement limits are set to pass after a deal, but Coalition MPs have crossed the floor and critics say it falls short of the Peta Murphy recommendations. NDIS Overhaul in Senate: Debate begins on Labor’s NDIS changes aimed at sustainability and fraud crackdowns, with the Coalition still a key hurdle and disability advocates warning of tighter eligibility. Housing Pressure: Rents could rise up to 30% over two years as property tax concessions are removed, with NAB linking higher yields to rent hikes. Aged Care “Sleeper Issue”: Aged care leaders warn Australia’s reliance on migrant workers could backfire without more permanent visa pathways. Canberra & Courts: NSW Supreme Court rejects a strict anti-Semitism definition in an anti-Israel graffiti case, while David Warner is convicted and fined for drink-driving. Regional Impacts: Regional universities warn international student demand cuts will mean job losses and course closures.
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