AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoQueensland Justice: Parliament has passed tougher bail laws, including a 12-month minimum jail term for serious crimes committed while on bail; the changes take effect on November 30. Online Safety: The Albanese government’s digital duty-of-care bill, which would require online services to improve safety and let users opt out of recommendation algorithms, is headed to a Senate inquiry. Corporate Oversight: ASIC is examining the collapse of data-centre operator Firmus’s planned $5 billion float and has spoken with the banks involved. Court Watch: Erin Patterson is awaiting an appeal ruling that could lead to a retrial or a longer sentence for the mushroom murders. Environmental Regulation: Alcoa has been ordered to keep further from Perth’s drinking-water supply, though environmental groups say the conditions remain too weak. Civil Rights: Tasmania’s parliament has passed a ban on conversion practices, described as a landmark reform. Financial Penalties: Star Entertainment has accepted a $260 million penalty for anti-money-laundering breaches. Border Rules: Australia has expanded fingerprint and facial-image checks for some visa applicants in India, with applicants to be notified if biometrics are required.
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