AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoCounter-terror shake-up: Australia has appointed its first full-time counter-terrorism chief, Brendan Dowling, to lead and coordinate prevention and response across agencies. Bondi backlash: Islamic State has urged followers to use the Bondi Beach massacre as an “instruction manual” for future attacks, while the fallout from the attack continues to spark debate and security scrutiny. Courtroom fight: Former US fighter pilot Daniel Duggan has lodged another challenge after losing an extradition appeal over claims he trained Chinese military personnel. Business pressure points: Rex’s former directors face ASIC action over statements that promised profit before a $35m loss, and Meta has rolled out new AI-assisted age checks and easier reporting tools for parents. Housing and health: A fresh push to cool house prices is being debated alongside new federal moves cutting private health rebates for older Australians from 1 April 2027. Regional shocks: A 5.2 earthquake in China’s Guangxi region killed at least two and forced thousands to evacuate.
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