AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAI Regulation Push: PM Anthony Albanese announced a new Office of AI in the PM&C portfolio and binding national standards for large AI data centres, including rules to limit water use and require centres to “underwrite” new power supply—legislation expected early 2027. Copyright & Creatives: In the same speech, Albanese promised stronger copyright protections so companies can’t use Australian books, music, art or news to train AI without artist control. Energy & Water: The data-centre rules also aim to stop higher power prices and force efficiency and extra grid investment. Sport & Accountability: Nicky Winmar has been removed from the Australian Football Hall of Fame after being found guilty of three assault charges involving violence against a woman. Public Health: H5 bird flu has been detected in New Zealand after a positive test in a seabird found on Wellington’s Petone Beach; officials say the public risk is low and eggs/poultry remain safe. Community & Homelessness: WA’s REIWA Sleeping Bag Appeal has collected 500+ items for people sleeping rough, delivered via Salvation Army Doorways. Infrastructure: Bechtel has won the delivery-partner role for the Newcastle-to-Sydney high-speed rail development phase, with the first stage costed at about A$61.2bn.
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