Tag #Australian Politics

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Labor pledges \$626m to boost construction apprenticeships

The Australian Labor government announced a \$626 million initiative to boost the number of apprentices in the construction industry by providing \$10,000 in installments to those in housing or clean energy construction, aiming to address a shortage of workers needed to meet its 1.2 million-home bui...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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LNP Proposes $20,000 Tax Deduction for Business Food and Entertainment

Peter Dutton's LNP announced a $20,000 annual tax deduction for small businesses to spend on food and entertainment at clubs, pubs, and restaurants, a proposal that has been widely criticized by economists and commentators as wasteful and potentially costing billions of dollars.

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\$450 Million Pledged for Perth's Most Dangerous Intersection Upgrade

The Labor and Liberal parties have each promised \$225 million towards a \$450 million upgrade of the Reid Highway and Erindale Road intersection in Balcatta, Perth's worst intersection for crashes, which has seen 263 incidents and costs the economy \$21.3 million annually.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Dutton's Security Claim Met With Economic Counterarguments

Peter Dutton claims Australia is less safe under the Albanese government's leadership, a claim countered by letter writers who cite improved economic relations in the Asia-Pacific, leading to better trade terms and increased prosperity; this disagreement highlights a partisan divide over assessing n...

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Dutton Promises Tax Deduction for Work Lunches Amidst Internal Party Strife

Australian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton announced a two-year tax offset plan for work lunches, up to $20,000 for small businesses with turnover under $10 million, while facing internal party conflict after a preselection battle in a key Sydney seat.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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WA Liberal Leader Refuses to Display Aboriginal Flag, Sparking Political Outrage

Western Australian Liberal leader Libby Mettam announced she will not display the Aboriginal flag at official events, echoing Peter Dutton's stance; Premier Roger Cook strongly criticized this decision as divisive and undermining reconciliation efforts.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Albanese's Desperate Bid to Save Australian Labor Government

Facing a potential electoral defeat in Australia's 2024 election, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has intensified his campaign efforts, despite policy achievements like the Housing Australia Future Fund and tax cuts, due to waning popularity driven by communication issues and economic concerns.

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60% Bias Score

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Analysis of Janine Perrett's Australian Political Commentary (2021-2022)

Janine Perrett, an opinion columnist, wrote multiple articles between June 2021 and April 2022 analyzing Australian political leadership, scandals, and public perception, focusing on ethical conduct and accountability.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Kapterian Wins Liberal Preselection for Bradfield

In the Liberal party preselection for the Sydney seat of Bradfield, centrist candidate Gisele Kapterian defeated anti-voice campaigner Warren Mundine by securing over 200 votes to his 171, reflecting internal party dynamics and strategic considerations ahead of the next federal election.

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Gender Equality
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Dutton's Culture War Strategy in Australian Federal Election

Peter Dutton, leader of Australia's conservative opposition, is using a culture war strategy in the lead-up to the federal election, aiming to win over voters in outer-suburban areas by portraying the Labor party as focused on inner-city progressive issues rather than cost of living concerns; expert...

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Coalition Leads Labor in Latest Australian Federal Election Poll

A January 2025 YouGov poll shows Australia's Coalition leading Labor 51% to 49% on a two-party preferred basis, driven by rising Coalition primary votes and decreased minor party preference for Labor, despite Labor's primary vote increasing from 30 percent to 32 percent since November 2024.

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No Poverty
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Albanese Promotes Four Women in Pre-Election Reshuffle

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a pre-election cabinet reshuffle, promoting four women to new roles following the retirement of NDIS Minister Bill Shorten; Amanda Rishworth now leads the NDIS, assisted by Anne Aly, while Katy Gallagher takes on additional responsibilities, and A...

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