AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRBA Rate Call: The Reserve Bank held the cash rate at 4.35% and warned it could hike again if inflation risks rise, with officials pointing to tight conditions and upside pressure from the Middle East while noting housing weakness. Bird Flu Response: Australia is set to start targeted H5N1 vaccinations for vulnerable native birds, prioritising species in captivity and warning more mass wildlife deaths may follow spread. Work-From-Home Law Delayed: Victoria has pushed back its planned work-from-home right from September 1 to July 2027 after resetting talks with business groups. Census 2026: Australians are being asked optional questions on sexual orientation and gender for the first time, while debate continues over what the survey will and won’t capture. Illicit Tobacco Crackdown: Police and regulators raided more than 100 service stations across six states and territories in a coordinated push against illegal tobacco and vapes. Critical Minerals Push: The US has backed a scandium project near Fifield with a conditional $400m loan, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
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