Commentary Energy policy is looming as a fracture point in Australia’s political discourse. At the next election, Australians will have a clear choice between the philosophies of “magic pudding economics” and “the magic of the market.” The path Australians take will determine their long-term well-being. Energy supply and cost are key indicators of the sophistication,…
Will Australia Become the Next Venezuela or Will the Magic of the Market Prevail
One-Off Energy Relief Welcome but Plug in More Solar
Most households want more assistance installing rooftop solar and batteries and would support subsidies for public and community housing systems. A national poll released on Monday found more than three-quarters (79 percent) want federal assistance for permanent energy bill relief through access to cheaper, smarter household solar. As energy bills soared, about half said they…
Greens, Liberal Party Could Scuttle Federal Government Attempts to Control Energy Prices
The federal Labor government’s promise to solve Australia’s growing energy crisis may be scuttled before it can be legislated after the left-wing Greens and centre-right Liberal-Nationals both warned they may not support the government’s Energy Price Relief Plan (EPRP). The support of both parties is needed for the government to pass the EPRP in the…
Nuclear Not Off Table for South Australia as State Seeks Power Fix
A popular state premier is preparing to make some powerful enemies over their “ill-founded” opposition to nuclear energy. SA premier Peter Malinauskas left the door open for the state to develop nuclear power stations on Monday, stating submarines his state would build via the AUKUS deal would bust myths about how safe the energy alternative…
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