AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 minutes agoAUKUS Undersea Tech: Australia, the US and the UK have launched the first Pillar 2 underwater tech project, aiming to develop shared payloads for uncrewed systems and boost defence supply-chain opportunities for local firms. AI Sovereignty Debate: A fresh push argues Australia risks falling behind on AI control and governance, with knock-on effects for productivity and the jobs pipeline. Small Business Decarbonisation Gap: Thousands of SMEs are still stuck on gas-powered processes despite electrification options, largely due to network connection costs and patchy subsidy design—leaving manufacturers exposed to fuel volatility. Energy Relief Pressure: Renewables and batteries are driving expectations of lower power bills from July, but some businesses say the pain is still biting and want stronger rebates. Tax & CGT Fight: Opposition leaders are ramping up criticism of Labor’s capital gains tax and negative gearing changes, warning they’ll hit small business and startups, while the government says impacts will be modest for house prices. Local Business Impact Watch: Australia Post’s shift toward parcels and digital services is drawing fire for quietly weakening the licensed post office network that remote communities and small operators rely on. ACCC Scrutiny: The ACCC is investigating Uber Eats over exclusive deals, a reminder that platform competition rules can directly affect small traders’ margins.
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