AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBudget Housing Shake-Up: Australia’s big housing tax changes are now official: negative gearing is limited to new builds and capital gains tax breaks are tightened, with existing investors grandfathered—sparking instant debate from young voters to property groups. Parliament Fireworks: During Question Time, the PM hit back at opposition over the budget’s CGT/negative gearing moves, calling parts of the debate a “farce” as MPs were removed. Gambling Harm Probe: A Victorian inquest heard a Melbourne man who lost $895,000 was repeatedly pulled back by targeted betting inducements. Courtroom Justice: A Perth bikie mastermind was sentenced to life for arranging a sniper-style gang killing. Local Housing Protection (WA): WA announced new powers for the building commissioner after a builder collapse left homeowners tens of thousands out of pocket. Safety & Travel: Australia updated its Philippines travel advice, warning of very high terrorism risk in parts of Mindanao. Transport Safety: Indonesia and Australia renewed cooperation on shipping and search-and-rescue safety planning for 2026-27.
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