AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPrivacy Reform: Australians may get stronger protection from excessive data collection under proposed federal Privacy Act changes, which would require businesses to meet a “fair and reasonable” test—not rely on customers clicking “accept”. Climate and Planning: The High Court overturned approval for the Mt Pleasant coal mine expansion, ruling planners had to consider how emissions from exported coal could worsen local climate risks. Trust Tax: A proposed 30 per cent minimum tax on discretionary trusts could cost some small businesses thousands of dollars, the Assistant Treasurer says. Online Safety: The government is revising its digital duty-of-care reforms after criticism, while early research suggests children are finding ways around Australia’s social media restrictions.
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