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Sep 25, 10:20

Hastie's Policy Positions Spark Leadership Speculation within Australian Liberal Party

Andrew Hastie, shadow home affairs minister, is fueling speculation of a Liberal Party leadership challenge with his outspoken policy positions on net zero, manufacturing, and immigration, despite claiming support for current leader Sussan Ley.

Hastie's Policy Positions Spark Leadership Speculation within Australian Liberal Party

Andrew Hastie, shadow home affairs minister, is fueling speculation of a Liberal Party leadership challenge with his outspoken policy positions on net zero, manufacturing, and immigration, despite claiming support for current leader Sussan Ley.

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How are other Liberal party members responding to Hastie's policy interventions and leadership speculation?

Senior Liberal sources indicate Ley's leadership is currently secure, with only a small faction openly supporting Hastie. Shadow immigration minister Paul Scarr avoided directly endorsing Hastie's views on immigration, emphasizing the need for factual discussion and long-term planning. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke challenged Hastie to specify which visa programs he would cut.

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Sep 21, 07:18

Queensland Premier Defends Coal Royalty Policy Amidst Job Cuts

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has rejected calls to change the state's coal royalty regime, despite recent job cuts in the mining industry and pressure from within his own party.

Queensland Premier Defends Coal Royalty Policy Amidst Job Cuts

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has rejected calls to change the state's coal royalty regime, despite recent job cuts in the mining industry and pressure from within his own party.

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What is the immediate impact of the Queensland government's decision to maintain the coal royalty regime?

The decision maintains stability for investors but doesn't address the 750 job cuts at BHP, attributed to the 2022 end of a decade-long freeze on coal royalties. Crisafulli's approach prioritizes investor confidence over immediate job creation.

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Sep 21, 01:18

NSW Parliament Member Contributions Analyzed: A Wide Discrepancy Revealed

An analysis of NSW Parliament contributions since the 2023 election reveals vast discrepancies among MPs, with some focusing on community engagement while others prioritize policy work or other activities.

NSW Parliament Member Contributions Analyzed: A Wide Discrepancy Revealed

An analysis of NSW Parliament contributions since the 2023 election reveals vast discrepancies among MPs, with some focusing on community engagement while others prioritize policy work or other activities.

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What is the key finding of the analysis of NSW Parliament member contributions?

The analysis reveals a significant discrepancy in the number of contributions made by NSW MPs, varying widely across party lines and even within the same party. For example, top contributors in the lower house made over 500 contributions, while others made fewer than 100.

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Sep 20, 10:17

Australian Conservatives Urge Unity After Election Defeat

Following a crushing election loss, leading Australian conservative figures are imploring voters to remain with the Liberal party, highlighting the need for internal reform and a unified conservative front against the Labor government.

Australian Conservatives Urge Unity After Election Defeat

Following a crushing election loss, leading Australian conservative figures are imploring voters to remain with the Liberal party, highlighting the need for internal reform and a unified conservative front against the Labor government.

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What are the underlying causes of the conservative vote split, and how might this affect future elections?

The split is attributed to internal factional fighting, perceived policy failures, and the rise of alternative conservative parties. This fragmentation risks further losses in future elections, as evidenced by the success of independent and 'teal' candidates in the 2025 election and the high polling numbers for One Nation.

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Sep 15, 01:16

Australian Labor Party's Popularity Despite Concerns

Despite high approval ratings four months after the election, the Australian Labor Party faces challenges concerning cost of living, rising minor party support, and public perception of immigration management.

Australian Labor Party's Popularity Despite Concerns

Despite high approval ratings four months after the election, the Australian Labor Party faces challenges concerning cost of living, rising minor party support, and public perception of immigration management.

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How have minor parties and public opinion on immigration impacted the Labor Party's standing?

Support for minor parties, including the Greens, independents, and One Nation, combined to reach 38 percent primary vote, surpassing Labor's 35 percent. Negative public perception of the government's management of immigration, despite not being the top issue, poses a risk if not addressed effectively.

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Sep 13, 10:17

Victorian Liberals President Philip Davis Survives Leadership Challenge Amidst Party Divisions

Following a contentious leadership challenge, Victorian Liberal Party President Philip Davis secured victory against Greg Mirabella by 493 votes to 397, prompting calls for party unity ahead of the 2026 election.

Victorian Liberals President Philip Davis Survives Leadership Challenge Amidst Party Divisions

Following a contentious leadership challenge, Victorian Liberal Party President Philip Davis secured victory against Greg Mirabella by 493 votes to 397, prompting calls for party unity ahead of the 2026 election.

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How did the internal conflict within the Victorian Liberal Party escalate to the leadership challenge?

The conflict involved leaked text messages mocking the party's women's council, leading to the resignation of the party director. This, coupled with differing views on a $1.5m loan to a former leader, fueled intense internal division and ultimately the leadership challenge.

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Sep 24, 10:20

Hastie warns Liberal party faces extinction without migration curb

Liberal MP Andrew Hastie warns the party risks collapse unless it addresses high net overseas migration, sparking internal conflict and raising questions about his leadership ambitions.

Hastie warns Liberal party faces extinction without migration curb

Liberal MP Andrew Hastie warns the party risks collapse unless it addresses high net overseas migration, sparking internal conflict and raising questions about his leadership ambitions.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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What is the central claim made by Andrew Hastie regarding net overseas migration and its impact on the Liberal party?

Hastie asserts that the Liberal party's failure to curb net overseas migration could lead to its demise as a political movement, citing public anger and frustration as potential consequences. He directly links unsustainable migration to a housing crisis.

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Sep 21, 10:17

Labor's Narrow Victory: A Shallow Base of Support and Urgent Need for Party Renewal

Wayne Swan, Labor's president, warned that the party's recent election win, while significant, was based on a narrow support base and requires immediate membership growth to ensure long-term stability.

Labor's Narrow Victory: A Shallow Base of Support and Urgent Need for Party Renewal

Wayne Swan, Labor's president, warned that the party's recent election win, while significant, was based on a narrow support base and requires immediate membership growth to ensure long-term stability.

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What is the primary concern regarding Labor's recent election victory, and what are its immediate implications?

Labor's 94-seat win was achieved with a narrow primary vote of 34.5 percent, only 2 points above its lowest vote in generations. This shallow base of support makes the majority vulnerable, with a small drop in future votes potentially leading to significant seat losses.

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Sep 21, 07:18

Coalition's Net-Zero Policy Under Pressure from Within

Conservative members of Australia's Coalition party are pushing for the abandonment of the 2050 net-zero emissions target, citing potential economic consequences and echoing successful strategies used in opposing the Indigenous Voice referendum.

Coalition's Net-Zero Policy Under Pressure from Within

Conservative members of Australia's Coalition party are pushing for the abandonment of the 2050 net-zero emissions target, citing potential economic consequences and echoing successful strategies used in opposing the Indigenous Voice referendum.

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What is the current status of the Coalition's commitment to its 2050 net-zero emissions target?

The Coalition's commitment to net-zero by 2050 is facing significant internal pressure. Several prominent figures, including Senator Matt Canavan, are actively campaigning for its abandonment. Shadow energy minister Dan Tehan is leading an internal review of the party's energy policy, but its outcome remains uncertain.

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Sep 19, 10:18

Coalition rejects 2030, 2035 climate targets; internal divisions exposed

Liberal leader Sussan Ley announced the Coalition will not adopt 2030 or 2035 emissions reduction targets unless in government, revealing internal divisions and contradicting statements, while the government's 62-70% target by 2035 faces criticism and cautious support.

Coalition rejects 2030, 2035 climate targets; internal divisions exposed

Liberal leader Sussan Ley announced the Coalition will not adopt 2030 or 2035 emissions reduction targets unless in government, revealing internal divisions and contradicting statements, while the government's 62-70% target by 2035 faces criticism and cautious support.

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What are the potential long-term consequences of the Coalition's position on climate targets?

The Coalition's rejection of near-term targets may impede Australia's ability to meet its international commitments and could hinder investment in renewable energy. Their lack of an alternative plan and internal divisions create uncertainty, potentially delaying crucial climate action and harming Australia's global reputation on climate issues.

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Sep 14, 10:18

NSW Liberals Close Ranks Around Speakman Despite Kiama By-election Loss

Following a significant by-election loss in Kiama to Labor, the NSW Liberal Party is consolidating its support behind leader Mark Speakman, despite calls for a leadership spill.

NSW Liberals Close Ranks Around Speakman Despite Kiama By-election Loss

Following a significant by-election loss in Kiama to Labor, the NSW Liberal Party is consolidating its support behind leader Mark Speakman, despite calls for a leadership spill.

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What factors contributed to the Labor Party's victory in the Kiama by-election?

The victory was attributed to a combination of local factors and the negative impact of the previous member, Gareth Ward's, conviction for rape. This suggests the impact of local issues and the candidate's background had a larger effect than broader dissatisfaction with the party.

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Sep 12, 10:19

Australian Media Landscape: A Snapshot of Recent Events

This summary analyzes recent events in the Australian media, including political commentary, fact-checking controversies, the Erin Patterson trial's media coverage, and discussions surrounding AI and copyright.

Australian Media Landscape: A Snapshot of Recent Events

This summary analyzes recent events in the Australian media, including political commentary, fact-checking controversies, the Erin Patterson trial's media coverage, and discussions surrounding AI and copyright.

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What controversies have arisen regarding fact-checking and political claims?

The Victorian Liberals' inaccurate claim of \$13 million spent on machete disposal bins, despite fact-checks revealing a much lower cost, highlights the spread of misinformation. The subsequent defense of this claim, even with evidence to the contrary, demonstrates a disregard for factual accuracy in political discourse.

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