AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTest Cricket: Mitchell Starc’s six-wicket haul helped Australia recover from South Africa’s 158-run opening stand, bowling the hosts out for 329 on day one of the deciding Test. Steve Smith was ruled out with a neck injury, and Pat Cummins’ decision to bowl first drew scrutiny. AUKUS: The US has named USS Colorado as the first nuclear submarine assigned to rotations at HMAS Stirling, with operations due to begin in late 2027. Fuel Security: Australia’s diesel import bill surged by $9 billion in six months, a report says, as imports supply 90 per cent of the country’s diesel. Racism Data: The Human Rights Commission says fragmented data leaves Australians’ experiences of racism seriously undercounted and is calling for a coordinated national plan. Political Safety: The AFP chief says threats against politicians reflect a broader social problem, as authorities consider stronger protections after MP Helen Haines was seriously injured in an alleged attack. Visa Rules: Indian visa applicants now face expanded biometric checks, including fingerprints and facial images, under new Australian requirements.
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