AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAI Rules: Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor are moving closer to a deal to attract major AI firms, but Greens and independent David Pocock warn it may not adequately compensate creators whose work trains AI models. Gas Policy: Labor has narrowed ministers’ powers under its planned gas reservation scheme after industry pressure; exporters may be required to reserve “up to” 20 per cent for local use, while existing contracts are exempt. Children’s Safety: New University of Sydney research finds sharp rises in child sexual and family-violence assaults, with sexual violence against boys up more than 50 per cent in three years. Researchers say the country is at a crisis point. Health Services: A report warns emergency departments are struggling to meet the needs of Australia’s ageing population, with Tasmania’s hospitals under particular strain. Extreme Weather: A storm left thousands without power in Alice Springs as residents began cleaning up, while severe weather threatened parts of the east coast. Wildlife: Flying foxes in NSW and Victoria face mass starvation amid food shortages; scientists are also warning Australians not to touch bats as concern grows over a deadly rabies-like virus.
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