AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism Safety Alert (Bali): Friends of Australian Damien John Shaw say they’re in shock after Bali police investigated a suspected murder-suicide that left Shaw and his two children dead in a Kuta home. Visa Shake-Up (Thailand): Thailand has ended its 60-day visa-free scheme from 15 Sept 2026, cutting stays for US, UK, Australia and others to 30 days and tightening entry rules for many nationalities. Travel Disruption (Nepal floods): Nepal’s tourism department reports 607 foreign tourists missing after the Bhotekoshi River floods, including 33 Australians. Wildlife Spotting (NSW): A rare coastal emu has been spotted roaming Byron Bay streets and nearby areas, baffling locals. Health & Travel (Australia): Doctors for the Environment Australia renew calls to phase out gas cooking, warning it’s linked to childhood asthma—an issue that hits households and hospitality workers. Energy & Infrastructure (Renewables): A new report warns Australia has plenty of renewable projects planned, but construction delays could jeopardise 2030 targets. Outback Travel Feature: Coober Pedy is spotlighted as a surreal opal town where golf is played without grass—because the town is built underground.
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