AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWorkplace Justice Overhaul: The Albanese government is set to create a new Fair Work Court to speed up underpayment and workplace disputes, with consultation on how it will work alongside the Fair Work Commission—Business Council warns it could add red tape. Telehealth for Assisted Dying: Labor’s national conference backed removing federal barriers so voluntary assisted dying conversations can happen via telehealth, while locking in a conscience vote guarantee. AUKUS Funding vs Party Fight: Labor’s conference debate over whether to drop AUKUS from its platform is intensifying as the government announces $4.6bn for nuclear submarine construction at Osborne. Forced-Labour Tariffs Hit Trade: The US imposed new 10%–12.5% tariffs on 60 partners over forced-labour claims; Australia’s trade minister called them unjustified. Regional Security and China: Foreign Minister Penny Wong warned Pacific leaders that a Beijing security-and-trade deal could undermine independence and worsen debt. Defence Court-Martial Transparency: Defence Minister Richard Marles says a military trial is the “appropriate” process for a senior navy figure facing charges tied to Henderson shipyard contracts. Community and Climate Law: Pacific leaders marked the one-year anniversary of the ICJ climate advisory opinion, urging governments to turn legal clarity into action.
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