AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWork-from-home standoff: Victoria’s landmark right to work from home two days a week has stalled after a shock referral to a parliamentary inquiry, leaving the bill in limbo ahead of the November election. Startup tax tweaks: The Albanese government has softened its Innovative Business CGT Concession draft (shorter holding period, higher eligibility, no lifetime cap), but parts of the tech sector say uncertainty still undermines investor confidence. Card surcharge shake-up: From 1 October, most credit/debit card surcharges end, but banks are expected to offset costs via higher fees and fewer perks—small businesses may save, yet prices could rise. Local retail pressure: Perth IGA owner James Kelly alleges Woolworths staff “scoped out” his store and lodged a complaint with the ACCC, while Woolworths says it will review the visit. Solar for renters: Energy ministers are exploring legal pathways for plug-in “balcony solar” and batteries, potentially unlocking savings for apartment dwellers and renters. Defence supply chain: Australia’s Submarine Agency opened a new Defence Industry Vendor Qualification stream for Australian firms to bid for Virginia-class sustainment work in WA. Cyber & compliance: Home Affairs released a voluntary Industry Data Classification Framework to help organisations (including SMEs) label data sensitivity and share it securely.
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