Tag #Australian Politics

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Dutton's \$Tens of Billions Nuclear Plan Contradicts Coalition's Free Market Stance

On Friday the 13th, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton announced a plan to spend tens of billions of dollars on nuclear energy, halting \$40 billion in private renewable energy investment, despite lacking evidence it will lower power bills; this contradicts the Coalition's traditional free-market stance...

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Coalition's \$331bn Nuclear Plan Sparks Energy Debate

The Coalition's \$331 billion nuclear energy plan, which includes maintaining coal and gas plants alongside wind and solar, is \$263 billion cheaper than Labor's renewable plan, according to Coalition modelling, but faces criticism for its methodology and cost discrepancies from the CSIRO.

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"Court Orders Victoria's Opposition Leader to Pay $300,000 in Defamation Case"

"A federal court ordered Victoria's opposition leader, John Pesutto, to pay MP Moira Deeming $300,000 for defamation after comments he made about her association with neo-Nazis following a rally she helped organize on March 18, 2023; this sparked calls for his resignation."

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Deeming Seeks Reinstatement to Victorian Liberal Party After Defamation Win

Following a defamation win against Victorian Liberal Party leader John Pesutto, Moira Deeming seeks reinstatement to the party despite facing significant opposition from fellow MPs who had voted for her expulsion; her future within the party remains uncertain.

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Cross River Rail Cost Soars to $17 Billion, Opening Delayed to 2029

Queensland's Cross River Rail project faces a substantial cost increase, with the LNP government citing a $17 billion price tag and a 2029 completion date, compared to Labor's $5.4 billion and 2026 projections. Disagreements center on included costs and accounting practices.

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Australia Announces Childcare Subsidy Expansion, Reserve Bank Hints at Dovish Approach to Rates

Australia's Labor government will today announce a childcare subsidy expansion for families earning up to \$530,000 annually, covering three days a week, aiming to ease cost-of-living pressures; the Reserve Bank hinted at a potentially more dovish approach to interest rates, though cuts remain unlik...

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Judge Criticizes Media Bias in Rape Trial Coverage

Judge John Pickering lifted a suppression order in a rape trial, revealing the acquitted defendant was Sydney artist Anthony Lister. Pickering criticized media coverage suggesting men are unfairly acquitted, noting more reports claim false accusations and overzealous prosecutors, and further critici...

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Labor's \$1 Billion Childcare Plan to Guarantee Three Subsidized Days

Labor's election promise includes three days of subsidized childcare for families earning under \$530,000 from January 2026, replacing the activity test, and invests \$1 billion in expanding access and quality from July 2025.

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Australian Politics: Albanese Government Faces Potential Defeat Amidst Dutton's Shifting Policies

Australia's first-term Albanese government faces a potential defeat by the opposition led by Peter Dutton, creating political instability not seen since the 1931 Great Depression; Dutton's policy shifts and Albanese's communication issues are key factors.

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"2024: 'Enshittification', Political Turmoil, and Property Controversies in Australia"

"2024 in Australia saw Syria's fall, Trump's re-election, the Gaza war's continuation, and significant property market controversies involving Prime Minister Albanese and other prominent figures; the year was described as 'enshittification'."

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Albanese's Appeasement of News Corp Yields Limited Results Amidst Rising Tensions

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has attempted to appease News Corporation to avoid conflict, a strategy that has included frequent meetings with executives and appearances on Sky News. However, News Corp has launched attacks on the government, particularly surrounding the Voice referendum...

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"Labor Unveils Expanded Childcare Subsidies Ahead of Australian Election"

"Australia's Labor government will announce plans to expand childcare subsidies to families earning up to \$530,000 annually for three days a week, eliminating the activity test, as part of its election platform."

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