Global Scans · Australia · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Australia will no longer be known for being as dependant on the export of natural resources over the next half century as in 2012. The need for new infrastructure to meet the strong population and economic growth of Australia will continue to be a priority for the medium term. There's no doubt the aftermath of China's credit boom poses a much bigger economic threat to Australia than Britain's withdrawal from the European Union. The Growth rate for Australia is expected to be stronger, although still below the long-term trend.

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• [New] Whistleblowing will be a focus area in Australia in 2025, as the Australian Securities & Investments Commission undertakes its five-year statutory review of the federal whistleblowing regime. Lewis Silkin
• [New] Greenpeace is demanding that governments, including Australia, ratify the Global Ocean Treaty and commit to the goal of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030. Greenpeace Australia Pacific
• [New] Australia's recent announcement of A$ 204 million in port investments, outlined in Western Australia's 2025-2026 State Budget, signals a calculated move to fortify its maritime infrastructure amidst a rapidly evolving Indo-Pacific geopolitical landscape. Container News
• [New] The Cook Labour Government's 2025-26 State Budget outlines significant investment in regional Western Australia, with the Mid West region set to benefit from upgrades in infrastructure, health services, education, and community programs. The Sector
• [New] The Australia-Vietnam Green Economy Program, with its capstone summit, will drive new collaboration between Australian and Vietnamese businesses in the green economy, create trade and investment opportunities, and build connections among leading experts in the bilateral relationship. Scribd
• [New] Congo's move is prompting a reconfiguration of the entire battery materials supply chain-spreading out risk, improving ethical sourcing, and encouraging more local processing in countries like Indonesia and Australia. The USA Leaders
• [New] Only when countries like Australia push back and hold to principles and international law and back them up with material actions, will there be a chance for peace. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• [New] The Australian government has released a statement calling for de-escalation in the Middle East and acknowledging the risk posed by Iran's nuclear program, in which it did not endorse the United States's strikes. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• [New] With better information, Australians can make informed decisions about where to build or buy a new home, whether to rebuild after a climate-related disaster or relocate, and what steps to take to reduce their home's physical climate risks. Insurance News
• [New] Sectoral Disruptions: Droughts disrupt hydropower generation & inland water transport (e.g., Panama Canal), countries like India & Australia are at high risk. PMF IAS
• [New] If you compare steel production by country to gold output, you will see that countries like China, Australia, and the United States lead both sectors. BusinessMole
• [New] The federal government has suspended its embassy in Iran and rushed out Australian diplomats in Tehran across the border into Azerbaijan as fears of a major war in the Middle East continue to mount. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• [New] If Australia wins the bid to host the COP 31 climate conference in 2026, a plan to reduce export emissions could be a major rallying point. Energy Source & Distribution
• [New] The precise year chosen for reaching a net-zero target for export emissions may well be less important than the commitment that, at some point, Australia's green energy exports will exceed fossil fuel exports. Energy Source & Distribution
• [New] The world's largest coal producers - Australia, Indonesia, the United States, and India - hold some of the greatest potential for solar redevelopment on mine lands. Global Energy Monitor
• [New] Only a quarter of Australian business leaders expressed strong confidence in handling debt service and financial risks. Insurance Business
• [New] A new survey reveals that Australian businesses are among the least equipped in the Asia-Pacific region to face rising challenges - especially in the areas of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and financial risk. Insurance Business
• Vaccination uptake in Australia is facing a serious setback, with experts warning that HPV vaccine uptake has dropped to its lowest level in nearly a decade. Health Industry Hub
• The release of two emissions reduction progress reports paints a sobering reality - no sector other than electricity is doing anything to help Australia meet its 2030 target. Australian Energy Council
• The good news is that with continuous government support and increasing public awareness, Australia is making rapid progress towards the goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. Smart Lifestyle Australia
• New investments will allow for a submarine to be produced every 18 months, growing the nuclear-powered attack submarine fleet to up to 12 through the Australia, UK and US security partnership programme. Mishcon de Reya LLP

Last updated: 27 June 2025