AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoInterest Rates: The Reserve Bank raised the cash rate to 4.85%, an 18-year high and its fifth increase this year, as inflation stays stubborn. Three of nine board members opposed the move, while mortgage holders face higher repayments. Online Safety: The High Court began hearing challenges to Australia’s under-16 social media ban. Reddit and a digital rights group argue the law restricts young people’s communication; the government says it is defending online safety measures. Spain Train Crash: Two Australians were confirmed among 69 people killed in last week’s high-speed train collision. Authorities say all victims have now been identified. Victorian Politics: The public servants’ union says it will not back Labor at the state election, citing job cuts and $1.2 billion spent on consultants. Football Pay Dispute: The Socceroos and Matildas’ players’ union is suing Football Australia over claims players were denied millions in agreed revenue shares.
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