AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInterest Rates: The Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate 0.25 points to 4.85%, an 18-year high and the fifth rise this year. A narrow 6–3 vote and softer guidance suggest a pause may be near, but households and businesses face fresh pressure. Social Media: The High Court began hearing challenges to Australia’s under-16 social media ban, with Reddit and a youth advocacy group arguing it restricts political expression and may not shield children from harmful content. Visas: Anthony Albanese says Australia may restore regional-work requirements for British backpackers, after arrivals more than doubled and many concentrated in Sydney. Energy: Shell agreed to sell its 16.67% stake in Western Australia’s North West Shelf gas project to Abu Dhabi’s XRG for about $1.45 billion, subject to approvals. Sport: Glenn Maxwell has retired from international cricket after 14 years, while Point of Law won the Melbourne Cup and trainer Ciaron Maher claimed the race’s first-ever trifecta.
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