AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUniversity Reform: Western Australia is moving ahead with a business case to merge Curtin, Murdoch and UWA, with a steering committee due to report by mid-2027 as concerns grow about the plan. Child Care Policy: The Albanese government is weighing income-based subsidies and a bigger public role in childcare as family costs continue to rise. Parliamentary Diplomacy: House Speaker Milton Dick was elected president of the Inter-Parliamentary Union for a three-year term. Climate Accountability: The High Court blocked a NSW coal mine expansion over its climate impact, adding to legal pressure on governments and industry as climate action falters. Travel Advice: DFAT urged Australians to reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia and check flights before going to Riyadh airport after an attack killed 12 people and injured hundreds. Political Contest: One Nation’s strong polling is reshaping the opposition landscape, but national support alone is a poor guide to winning seats under Australia’s electoral system.
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