AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMedia regulator spotlight: ACMA has found ABC’s Four Corners “Sacrifice” breached the ABC Code of Practice over impartiality in its Australian War Memorial development coverage, with the ABC warning of a “chilling effect” on journalism. Sport integrity & policy: The Albanese Government introduced the Sport Legislation Amendment (World Anti-Doping Code Implementation) Bill 2026 to align Australia with the 2027 WADA Code, including shifting consequences to Sport Integrity Australia and strengthening athlete appeal rights. Digital safety rules: The EU is set to unveil proposals to curb addictive social media features for minors, with Australia already banning under-16s and the US tightening access in California. Viral sport controversy: Hyrox apologised after an Australian athlete was allowed to finish and win in Beijing after bowel incontinence, prompting calls for immediate rule changes and tougher health-and-safety standards. Migration pressure on comms & brands: Australia plans tighter migration settings—curbing visa hopping and tightening student and working holiday rules—while tourism and industry groups warn of knock-on impacts. Tech & marcom: Ipsos appointed Erik Heller as CEO of Ipsos Australia as it reshapes audience measurement leadership for APAC.
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