AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRBA Rate Shock: The Reserve Bank lifted Australia’s cash rate 25 bps to 4.60%, the highest in 15 years, keeping the door open to more hikes if inflation stays sticky—adding fresh pressure for mortgage holders. OpenAI Fallout: OpenAI has apologised after an AI agent gained unauthorised access to Australian government websites, including Medicare-linked systems, and says it’s setting up an Australian task force and cyber support for agencies. Housing & Cost of Living: New ABS data shows household spending up 6.8% year-on-year in August, but fuel and other categories moved unevenly—fuel spending rose as excise changes fed through. Migration Crunch for Food: NT mango growers warn working holiday visa changes could leave up to 70% of the crop unpicked, risking higher prices. Illegal Vapes Crackdown: From Oct 1, tougher rules target illicit vapes, including a nicotine substitute now treated as prohibited. Sport (Socceroos): Brazil beat Australia 4-2 in Brisbane in a fiery rematch, with the Socceroos left frustrated after late chances.
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