AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI & Speech Freedom: Meta’s oversight board says major AI chatbots are more likely to refuse criticism of restrictive leaders, raising fears they’ll spread government influence over online speech. Data Centres & Power: Australia is pushing tighter rules for large data centres, including energy and water “guardrails”, as the AI boom sparks community backlash. Local Business Boost: Australia Post launches “Big Boss Energy” to help small eCommerce sellers and side hustles, with in-post office activations and a Melbourne market. Health Watch: WA reports its first meningococcal death of 2026 (serogroup Y), with two other cases also logged this year. Northern Territory Schools: NT Government schools lift Term 2 attendance to 73.8%, with community-led efforts credited. Nature & Safety: A cyclist in NSW survives after an eastern brown snake bites her when it gets trapped in her bike chain. Sports & Tourism: The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale is forecast to boost local spending, with hospitality set for a bumper weekend.
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