AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPolitical Safety: The alleged attack on MP Helen Haines has prompted renewed calls for civility, with federal police warning that political discourse is driving threats against officials. MPs are due to pay tribute to Haines as parliament resumes. Health and Cost of Living: New data suggest almost two-thirds of Australians now have all their GP care bulk-billed, while severe food insecurity rose about 40% between 2020 and 2024. Western Sydney: Australia’s first major airport in 50 years has opened, with its first passenger flight taking off and hopes of more flights and cheaper fares. Energy: Wholesale electricity prices in eastern Australia ranked among the world’s lowest in the first nine months of 2026, but cheaper wholesale power does not automatically mean lower household bills. Public Accountability: WA is seeking to recover costs from Deloitte after errors, including fabricated references and major cost discrepancies, were found in a report on a proposed university merger.
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