AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime Safety: Australia has banned a foreign bulker from entering its ports for 90 days after inspectors found crew work and rest records had allegedly been falsified, raising concerns about fatigue and ship safety. Public Funds: Five people face charges over an alleged $235 million fraud targeting payments from four federal agencies, including Services Australia and the NDIS. Gig-Economy Rules: The High Court ruled Uber must pay $81 million in NSW payroll tax, finding driver payments count as wages—a decision with potential implications for other platforms. Online Safety: The High Court is hearing challenges to Australia’s under-16s social media ban, with Reddit arguing the law is flawed. Cybersecurity: NSW police are investigating a breach of a state health server; officials say patient data has not been compromised so far. Student Visas: The government is considering requiring overseas students to show at least $29,710 in an Australian bank account before applying for a visa.
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