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Australian Advisory Body Proposes Heat-Safe Rentals and Workplace Rules
A state climate policy advisory body in New South Wales has proposed measures for heat-safe rentals and enhanced workplace safety for outdoor workers during high temperatures. Separately, officials informed members of parliament that a gas export tax could lead to lower power costs for households. In Western Australia, a man was attacked by a large crocodile.
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The proposal includes tougher workplace safety rules for outdoor workers on days with high heat. These measures aim to mitigate the impacts of rising temperatures in the region.
Members of parliament were informed that implementing a tax on gas exports could result in cheaper electricity for households. The information was presented as part of ongoing discussions on energy policy. No specific timeline for potential implementation was provided in the report.
Details on the man's condition or the exact location were not specified in the available information. Authorities are likely monitoring the situation following the incident.
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