AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHantavirus Repatriation: Six passengers from the MV Hondius outbreak have arrived in the Netherlands and are “in good health”, with officials aiming to finalise flights home within 48 hours before moving them straight to Perth quarantine. Budget Shock: Housing and tax reform is back in the spotlight as the government prepares to target negative gearing and the 50% capital gains discount—after admitting the system isn’t working for many Australians and that anxiety is feeding One Nation. Markets: ASX futures point slightly higher, but Monday’s slide still stings after CSL plunged 16% on impairments and weaker outlook. Regional Power Moves: South Australia becomes the first Australian destination in the Michelin Guide, while Australia delivers medical supplies to remote PNG provinces. Pacific Diplomacy: Vanuatu’s cabinet approves an updated Nakamal Agreement with Australia, with wording still unclear as China’s competing Namele deal hangs over talks. Defence Tragedy: A parachuting training collision at Jervis Bay Airfield has killed one soldier and injured another. Business Tech: Xero’s outages sparked a personal apology from the CEO after days of disruption for accountants and small firms.
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