AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDigital Rights: Reddit and a libertarian group are taking Australia’s under-16 social media ban to the High Court, arguing it restricts political communication. The hearings begin Tuesday. Working Holiday Visas: Anthony Albanese plans to press Britain’s Andy Burnham to restore regional-work requirements for UK backpackers, as arrivals surge and rural employers still need staff. Fire Season: Authorities warn of a dangerous summer ahead and urge Australians to prepare, despite about 170 aircraft being readied for bushfire response. Housing and Rates: Home values have fallen for seven straight months, down 6.7% since March, while a fifth rate rise is expected Tuesday—further squeezing borrowers and prospective buyers. Gun Reform: NSW has launched a major firearm buyback alongside new ownership caps, setting up a political fight ahead of the state election. Queensland: Thomas Bradley has been sworn in as the state’s first openly gay governor. Rugby: Wallabies preparations for England are underway, but player-union negotiations have stalled after the bargaining deadline passed without a deal.
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