AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoData Centres & Energy Demand: A new op-ed questions whether Australia’s $155b data-centre boom will deliver the promised economic payoff, warning that big build cycles can bring headaches as well as gains. Industry Influence in Schools: A report says coal and gas giants have poured tens of millions into childhood programs and kids’ sport sponsorships, but oversight and disclosure around industry links with schools appear thin. Heat & Climate Impacts Overseas: Europe’s record-breaking June heatwave has disrupted power and infrastructure and is linked to hundreds of excess deaths, with warnings that fatalities may rise. Invasive Species Recovery (Australia): Research on Lord Howe Island finds rodent eradication in 2019 coincided with a rebound in invertebrates, especially larger species. Wildlife & Biosecurity: Australia faces fresh concern after H5 bird flu detection coverage, with authorities on alert for spread to poultry and wildlife. Social Media & Minors: Australia moves to tighten social media regulation for under-16s, with early research suggesting limited impact so far.
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