AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOnline Safety: Reddit and a libertarian group are challenging Australia’s under-16 social media ban in the High Court, arguing it restricts political communication; hearings begin Tuesday. Gun Reform: NSW has launched a major firearms buyback, with new gun caps driving surrenders and the scheme already emerging as a political battleground. Market Rules: ASIC has raised concerns about prediction markets, warning they may amount to betting rather than legitimate financial products. Planning Laws: South Australia is moving to tighten rules for data centres amid local concerns over the industry’s rapid expansion. Childcare Safety: A Northern Territory centre and worker were fined over the death of toddler Ebony Thompson, after the court found safety risks and supervision failures were missed. Migration Appeals: Protection visa applicants now face upfront fees to challenge refusals, a change that has drawn criticism.
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