AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoCGT showdown: Housing Minister Clare O’Neil says the Albanese government will “speedily” settle who gets carve-outs from sweeping capital gains tax discount changes, while defending the reforms as fixing long-running distortions that fuelled the property boom. Small business impact: Labor is pushing the CGT package through Parliament with Greens support, but sources flag possible targeted relief for startups and small businesses—though the core rules are unlikely to be narrowed to property only. Workplace pressure from AI: Australia’s Fair Work Commission is overhauling how claims are filed and managed after generative AI helped drive a surge in workplace disputes, with lodgements projected to hit another record year. Electrification lag: A “missing middle” of gas-using SMEs is falling behind on electrification, leaving manufacturers exposed to gas price volatility and undermining climate goals. Perth transport tenders: Tenders are open for new Swan ferry terminals at Applecross and Matilda Bay under the $107m METRONET expansion, with electric charging planned at Matilda Bay. Energy disruption: Storms in WA left 16,000+ customers without power, with restoration times varying widely. Tech for SMBs: Uber is questioning AI ROI, while a broader SMB tech roundup highlights shifting AI adoption and tools.
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