AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUnder-16 Social Media Ban: eSafety says most Australian teens are still on social media three months after the under-16 ban, with account ownership down but usage largely holding steady—blaming weak age checks by platforms. Retail Banking Shake-up: HSBC will exit Australia’s retail banking, selling its $36b home and personal loan book to Blackstone, with branch closures planned and the deal expected to finish in 2027. Fuel Costs: Australians brace for another petrol price jump as the fuel excise cut tapers off, with impacts expected over the coming week. Road Safety Push: NSW’s Hunter Valley bus crash investigation urges a seatbelt culture after findings of systemic failures and low seatbelt use. Assisted Dying Debate: Sydney’s Catholic archbishop warns telehealth for voluntary assisted dying risks becoming “teledeath,” calling for protections for Catholic healthcare. Legal Spotlight: British rapper Yung Filly is acquitted of rape charges but convicted on assault occasioning bodily harm after a Perth trial. Indigenous Culture: Garma Festival opens in Arnhem Land, spotlighting Yolngu songlines, dance and community across a major Indigenous gathering. International Aid: Australia pledges an extra $3m to help Cambodia strengthen social protection systems for future crises. Diplomacy: Australia opens a new Consulate-General in Bengaluru, highlighting deeper tech and cyber cooperation with India.
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