AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSocial Media Crackdown: Australia is set to toughen its under-16 social media ban with higher penalties (up to $99m) and stronger powers for the eSafety watchdog, after reporting shows many kids are still getting around the rules. Public Safety Tech: NSW Premier Chris Minns has announced an extra $34m for drone patrols at 72 beaches, aiming for earlier shark warnings and possible future AI automation after the Coogee Beach attack. Law & Order: The NSW Law Enforcement Conduct Commission has ordered NSW Police to review officer conduct during Sydney LGBTIQA+ drug raids after complaints of aggressive and humiliating searches. Politics: NSW Labor’s Chris Minns says his government is “up for the fight” against One Nation ahead of next year’s state election, pointing to immigration and cost-of-living concerns. Regional Watch: Polls have opened in New Caledonia for delayed provincial elections, with heavy security as the vote shapes future talks with France. Global Child Safety Debate: Philippine medical groups and lawmakers are looking to Australia’s model as they weigh restrictions on minors’ social media access.
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