Tag #Australian Politics

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MP Pitt Resigns Over Coalition's Net-Zero Plan

Australian MP Keith Pitt resigned on Friday, citing disagreement with the Coalition's net-zero emissions plan and criticizing Nationals leader David Littleproud for not opposing the Liberals' stance, highlighting economic impacts on regional communities; he served eleven years.

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Australia's Stagnant Economy: Budget Update Reveals Lack of Reform

Australia's mid-year budget update reveals a bleak economic outlook with low growth, high prices, and projected deficits for the next decade, highlighting a lack of substantial economic reform from both major parties and leaving Australians facing lower living standards.

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Labor Accuses LNP of Inflating Project Costs for Political Gain

Queensland's Labor party accuses the LNP government of inflating major project costs to enhance their image of budget efficiency; this follows the LNP's election win and their claims of cost savings through policy changes. Opposition Leader Steven Miles specifically cites the Paradise Dam rebuild as...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Victorian Cabinet Reshuffle: Symes Appointed First Female Treasurer

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced a major cabinet reshuffle on Thursday, appointing Jaclyn Symes as the state's first female treasurer and Gabrielle Williams to oversee transport infrastructure, following the resignation of long-serving Treasurer Tim Pallas; the changes aim to streamline gov...

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Australia's Budget Deficit Reaches \$26.9 Billion, Exposing Tax System Flaws

Australia's budget shows a \$26.9 billion deficit this year, rising to \$46.9 billion in 2025-26, driven by increased spending in healthcare and aged care, despite efforts to control growth; this creates political challenges for both the government and opposition, revealing flaws in the tax system.

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Dutton Surges Ahead of Albanese in Latest Polling, Threatening Labor's Majority

Freshwater Strategy polling shows Peter Dutton outperforming Anthony Albanese in leadership qualities, with the Coalition potentially forming a minority government after the next federal election due to gains in key electorates.

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Canavan: Coalition's Nuclear Power Stance is Politically Motivated

Australian Nationals senator Matt Canavan revealed in a video that the Coalition's support for nuclear power is politically motivated, stating that politicians across the spectrum base energy policies on focus group results, and that neither nuclear nor renewable energy is sufficient for a modern ec...

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Senate Inquiry Precedes Brisbane 2032 Venue Review

A Senate inquiry into Brisbane's 2032 Olympic Games will convene in February, preceding a government review due in March, to examine the project's progress and address concerns about rising construction costs impacting the budget.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Victorian Premier Reshuffles Cabinet, Appoints First Female Treasurer Amidst Debt Crisis

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan conducted a major cabinet reshuffle, appointing Jaclyn Symes as the state's first female treasurer to address projected debt of \$187.3bn by mid-2028 and counter perceptions of a tired government, while demoting Danny Pearson amidst controversy.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Australia's Budget Crisis: \$150 Billion Debt Surge and Immigration Overrun

Australia's mid-year budget reveals \$150 billion in additional debt over four years, \$60 billion more than projected, with immigration exceeding targets by 80,000, placing strain on the economy and impacting the upcoming election.

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Australia's Mid-Year Economic Update: Minimal New Spending, Focus on Existing Commitments

Australia's mid-year economic update reveals $5.5 billion in unannounced spending, primarily allocated to existing programs and commitments such as pension indexation and veteran support, totaling $25.1 billion in spending, with no major new initiatives announced before the Christmas holiday season.

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Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas Resigns, Leaving $155.2bn Debt

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas announced his resignation from politics on Monday after 10 years in the role, leaving a $155.2bn debt and prompting a by-election in his Werribee seat and a cabinet reshuffle before Christmas.

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