AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoGas policy pressure: Australian Energy Producers chair Cecile Wake says the government’s gas reservation plan “fails to meet supply goals”, warning the 20% domestic quarantine could cut investment confidence and even create a surplus that drives prices down. Food security: A mouse plague response is moving fast, with an emergency permit allowing limited use of double-strength zinc phosphide bait to protect crops as farmers face Iran-war cost pressure and El Niño risk. Health system spotlight: Six GPs and a medical student are heading to Tasmania Parliament for politician “health checks” ahead of the state budget, pushing for changes that remove payroll-tax barriers to training more GPs. Ebola watch: Health Minister Mark Butler says Australia’s risk is still low, but border screening could tighten if the outbreak spreads. Business and tech: TechnologyOne reports a 6% profit rise and reaffirms guidance, citing AI product momentum. Sport & culture: Joe Ingles returns to the NBL with Melbourne United; WA appoints Aaron Hardie as Sheffield Shield captain; and Journey Beyond lands an Indian Pacific-themed garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
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