Tag #Australian Politics

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NSW Government Delays Action on ICAC's Lobbying Reform Recommendations

NSW's Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) criticizes inadequate lobbying regulations, urging reforms to address corruption risks and increase transparency, while the government's slow response raises concerns.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Lehrmann's Lawyer Appeals Rape Conviction, Sparks Controversy

Bruce Lehrmann's lawyer argued in the Federal Court that Justice Michael Lee's ruling in the Brittany Higgins rape case was flawed, describing the event as a 'soft rape,' a term that drew immediate social media condemnation from Ms. Higgins and judicial skepticism. The appeal concluded Thursday, a d...

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Lehrmann Appeals Rape Finding, Challenges Court's Definition

Bruce Lehrmann is appealing a Federal Court ruling that found him liable for raping Brittany Higgins, arguing procedural unfairness and challenging the court's definition of rape; Lisa Wilkinson, who interviewed Higgins, also faces legal challenges.

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Gender Equality
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Chalmers and O'Brien Clash Over Government Spending at Economic Summit

At a government economic summit, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Shadow Treasurer Ted O'Brien clashed over government spending, with O'Brien accusing Chalmers of overspending and creating long-term deficits, while Chalmers rejected O'Brien's claims. The disagreement highlights contrasting fiscal manageme...

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Lehrmann Appeals Defamation Ruling After Court Finds Rape

Bruce Lehrmann is appealing a Federal Court decision that dismissed his defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson following a finding that he raped Brittany Higgins; the appeal argues procedural unfairness due to discrepancies between court findings and broadcast allegations.

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Victorian Opposition to Complete Suburban Rail Loop

The Victorian opposition has reversed its stance on the $34.5 billion Suburban Rail Loop, committing to its completion despite previous vows to scrap it; tunnelling works have begun, making it too costly to halt.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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LNP Renews Nuclear Push, Criticizes Government's Energy Policy

At the LNP's Queensland convention, Nationals leader David Littleproud and Deputy Liberal leader Ted O'Brien criticized the Labor government's energy policy, advocating for nuclear power and warning against a solely renewables-based approach due to concerns about its impact on regional Australia.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Australian Government Faces Opposition Over Potential Tax Reforms

Following an economic reform roundtable, the Australian government is considering tax reforms to benefit younger Australians and businesses, sparking opposition from the Coalition who claim a lack of mandate for tax increases.

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Lehrmann's Defamation Appeal: Court Rejects Adjournment Requests

Bruce Lehrmann is appealing a defamation ruling against Lisa Wilkinson and Network 10 for a 2021 interview about Brittany Higgins' rape allegation, claiming the omission of his name was a strategic decision to increase ratings, and that his lawyer's multiple requests for adjournments were denied.

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Australia to Expedite Environmental Law Reform Before Christmas

Australia's parliament will debate an expedited overhaul of national environmental laws before Christmas, alongside plans for electric vehicle road user charges and a tax system review, following a three-day economic reform roundtable.

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Climate Action
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Obeid Released from Prison After Corruption Conviction

Former Australian Labor minister Eddie Obeid was released from prison on Wednesday after serving three years and ten months for misconduct in public office related to a coal exploration license that profited his family $30 million; his son Moses Obeid has also been released, while colleague Ian Macd...

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Queensland Ends Dispute with Carmichael Coal Mine Operator Amidst $50 Million Investment

Queensland's Premier announced an end to the state's dispute with Bravus, operator of the Carmichael coal mine, following a $50 million investment promise, despite undisclosed details of a previous royalty deferral deal and ongoing investigations into potential underpayments.

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