AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoImmigration Overhaul: Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke defended Labor’s delayed migration plan, saying the government “worked through all the policy issues” and arguing immigration must be capped to match housing, infrastructure and services capacity. Student Visa Crackdown: The changes would largely stop international students bringing partners or children to Australia, with limited exceptions, and target “visa hopping” to stay on temporary visas. Fair Work AI Rules: The Fair Work Commission is rolling out new requirements from 20 October for people using generative AI in workplace disputes, including disclosure and human checking of facts and statements. Data Centre Governance: Climateworks Centre warns Australia’s fast data-centre build needs rules on electricity, water and land impacts, arguing good planning can stabilise the grid and support net zero. Privacy & Security: Australia is considering a “world-leading” ban on smart glasses in government buildings over privacy and recording risks. Local Housing Delivery: NSW’s Shellharbour Council pilot lets mobile tiny homes bypass development applications, aiming to speed affordable housing supply. Workplace Safety: NT is exploring letting paramedics carry pepper spray and using body-worn cameras amid rising assaults on ambulance staff.
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