AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoACT drug policy: A new ACT drug report says most overdose deaths happen at home, while meth-related harm is rising even as deaths level off—CanTEST’s pill testing is still seen as a key harm-reduction tool. Women’s health gaps: Research highlights the mental health toll of endometriosis and ovarian hormone conditions, and a separate study warns women face an information vacuum around peptides and other performance drugs. Canberra sport safety: Capital Football referees say abuse is driving a 45% annual loss of referees, prompting a five-step safety plan. Food waste and labels: A Finder survey links grocery cost pressure to people eating expired food, while date-label confusion is also blamed for unnecessary waste. Social media and rights: Experts say Australia’s under-16 social media ban could face constitutional-style challenges, with Canada’s teen ban already under court scrutiny. Gambling reform: Labor’s latest gambling package includes inducement crackdowns plus an opt-out register for betting ads, setting up a tough Senate fight. Climate summit politics: Chris Bowen’s $20m Fiji Pre-COP push is turning to unions to fill gaps as leaders shun the event. Energy and data centres: NSW unveils a framework requiring data centres to source at least 40% of energy from wind, with fast-track approvals for compliant projects. Gun buyback: Australia’s gun buyback is set to start in November after the Bondi attack, with states moving in parallel.
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