AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStartup Tax Reset: Labor has rolled out new capital gains tax carve-outs for small businesses after a backlash, lifting the 50% CGT discount turnover threshold to $10m (from $2m) and promising a new “innovative business” concession for startups plus changes to discretionary trusts. Workplace Compliance: RSPCA Queensland will reimburse $4.3m to 1,000+ underpaid staff after Fair Work Ombudsman action found long-running payroll errors, including overtime and penalty rates. AI Infrastructure Anxiety: South Australians are pushing for more consultation over proposed AI data centres in Tailem Bend and Port Augusta, with locals saying they only learned about plans via media. Media & Politics: The federal press gallery has strongly objected to One Nation threats to ban journalists, after Pauline Hanson’s National Press Club remarks and a protest banner incident. Hiring & Skills: A new report flags construction’s digital adoption gap in Australia, with skills and budget limits holding back further tech rollouts. Market & Jobs: Singapore car marketplace Carro enters Australia by buying CarPlace, aiming to expand vehicle checks, dealer networks and wholesale operations. Education Outcomes: UNSW tops Australia in QS 2027 rankings for the first time, with ANU and Macquarie also climbing.
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