AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEconomic Pressure: The Reserve Bank’s fifth rate rise this year lifted the cash rate to 4.85%, its highest in 18 years, intensifying scrutiny of the Albanese government’s spending and its handling of inflation. Political Mood: Falling trust in politics and weak Labor polling are fuelling talk of a federal frontbench reshuffle. In Victoria, a new poll puts One Nation ahead of Labor, while another Liberal MP has quit ahead of the NSW election. Digital Policy: Reddit and civil liberties advocates are challenging the under-16 social media ban in the High Court, arguing it restricts young people’s political speech; the government says the measure is modest. Defence Debate: A public inquiry has urged Australia to scrap AUKUS, calling the submarine plan exceptionally risky and costly. Separately, legislation would give the Defence Minister sweeping new powers. MP Safety: Police are investigating threats and an unidentified powder left outside South Australian Labor MP Jayne Stinson’s office, as concerns grow about abuse targeting elected representatives.
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