AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoIndo-Pacific Defence Push: India and Australia have stepped up maritime security cooperation, defence industrial collaboration and information-sharing, with a new roadmap agreed at the India-Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi. Biosecurity Crackdown: Australian authorities seized more than 100,000 illegal exotic cockroaches from a NSW breeder in a record haul, warning pet owners to use legal alternatives and noting the insects will be euthanised. Child Safety & Social Media: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says big tech “won’t get a free pass” as ministers consider an under-16s social media ban, after consultations and meetings with grieving families. Cash Rules Under Review: The ACCC says multiple retailers are seeking exemptions to avoid accepting cash under new federal industry codes, with decisions still pending. Agriculture Under Uncertainty: Producer groups warn environmental reforms are creating legal ambiguity for routine farming operations, raising costs and investment risk. Rural Livestock Spotlight: The next generation of Brahman breeders took top prices at the 2026 Gympie female sale, with strong clearance and bidding. World Cup Ticket Frustration: FIFA’s ticketing process continues to spark complaints, including cancellations linked to website errors and ongoing fan confusion.
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