AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate policy showdown: Leaked BHP documents fuel fresh outrage in Australia, with critics saying the miner is “laughing” at the safeguard mechanism while benefiting from diesel tax breaks and delaying key emissions cuts and renewables in the Pilbara. Energy bills: The regulator says most households on regulated plans will see lower power prices from July, as renewables and storage push wholesale costs down. Indo-Pacific security: Australia’s foreign minister joins the Quad in New Delhi, focusing on supply-chain resilience, maritime security and critical infrastructure as tensions rise. Weather watch: Eastern Australia braces for more rain and storms, with severe thunderstorm risk flagged. Pacific health link: WHO’s Pacific chief ties youth mental health strain to climate stress plus online harms, urging governments to treat exercise and wellbeing together. Mining approvals: Greatland Resources secures final state environmental approval for its Havieron project, moving it closer to a June-quarter investment decision. Digital risk: Pacific leaders warn cybercrime threats are growing as connectivity expands.
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