AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPolitical Violence: Independent MP Helen Haines has had both legs amputated after an alleged targeted car attack in Wangaratta. She is stable; the accused faces three charges and remains in custody. The attack has renewed concern about threats to politicians. Online Safety: Australia is preparing legal action against Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube over alleged failures to enforce the under-16 social media ban. Equal Rights: Western Australia has introduced a bill to modernise its Equal Opportunity Act and expand protections against discrimination, harassment and vilification. Courtroom AI: Tasmania’s Supreme Court has issued generative-AI guidelines for people preparing documents in its proceedings, effective 21 October. Afghan Claims: Two years after launching a compensation scheme for Afghans alleging harm from Australian forces, the government has made no payments; applicants and advocates have criticised delays and rejections.
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