AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI & Copyright: Australia has launched its new Office of AI, with a push for consent and compensation when AI firms use copyrighted material—sparking debate over whether the rules protect creators or slow innovation. Data Centres & Power: The government says large data centres will be legally required to underwrite new power, pay full grid connection costs, and become “net-generators” of renewables, while also tightening water-use expectations. Modernisation in Housing Skills: A new Certificate III in Prefabrication Installation is rolling out in Victoria to build job-ready skills for offsite construction. Regional Connectivity: Tasmania’s west and far north west coast is set to get $9.8m for better mobile coverage under the Mobile Black Spot Program. Health & Safety: WA reports its first meningococcal death of 2026, while a cyclist in NSW survived after an eastern brown snake got trapped in her bike chain and bit her. Community & Governance: The federal racism inquiry has criticised the NT government for not showing up to give evidence. Economy & Work: BHP workers at Port Hedland have struck over a pay dispute, and Australia saw a record jump in new business registrations in June.
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