AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoQueensland Crime: Police allege a “preconceived plan” to attack at an Airbnb party south of Brisbane left a 21-year-old dead, with eight teenagers charged after the victim died from catastrophic head injuries. Markets: The ASX 200 eased at midday Monday as bank selloffs hit sentiment, with Westpac dragging the big four after mortgage application weakness linked to Labor’s housing tax changes. Housing & Policy: Westpac says loan applications fell sharply after the May budget reforms, adding pressure to a market already facing high rates and cost-of-living strain. Defence & Security: Defence is rolling out a $421m upgrade to deployable health capability, while allies tout F-35 interoperability and interchangeability in Northern Territory exercises. Space & Industry: Southern Launch opens a Canberra office to back Australia’s space sector and sovereign capability after a $25m capital raise. Health & Lifestyle: New research warns that even small drops in vigorous exercise can raise cancer risk, urging Australians to keep moving. Environment & Wildlife: WA launches an online dashboard mapping H5 bird flu detections and testing activity to guide poultry and wildlife carers. International: Vietnam’s top leader pushes deeper science and tech ties with Australia as state visits continue.
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