AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAUKUS Under Fire: A public inquiry hearing in Melbourne drew sharp criticism of the AUKUS submarine deal, with former foreign minister Gareth Evans arguing it mainly serves US interests and embeds Australia as a junior partner. Fuel Costs: Energy Minister Chris Bowen says the temporary fuel excise cut and GST rebate are still set to end June 30, even as supplies remain high—so motorists should brace for higher prices. Shark Safety: A woman in her 30s was critically injured in a shark attack at Sydney’s Coogee Beach; nearby beaches were closed and authorities again faced calls for stronger mitigation. One Nation Backlash: Protesters clashed with Pauline Hanson supporters outside a Melbourne fundraiser, with police issuing a move-on direction and Victoria’s opposition leader Jess Wilson saying Hanson has not approached her. Canberra/ACT Housing: ACT budget coverage highlights stamp duty relief for first-home buyers, pitched as a boost for older suburbs. Gig Work Rights: New Zealand’s government was criticised after voting with the US against expanding gig-worker protections at the ILO. Maritime Law: Cambodia and Thailand’s UNCLOS conciliation push was framed as a chance to strengthen peaceful dispute resolution in the region.
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