Category: Australian opposition

Opposition Labels Federal Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit a ‘Stunt

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton will skip the Albanese government’s jobs and skills summit, which the Coalition has branded a “stunt” and a “talkfest.” The summit—a Labor election promise—will aim to address Australia’s economic challenges and will bring together about 100 representatives from the business, union, and community sectors. Liberal Deputy Leader Sussan Ley says no…


Australian Opposition Forms New Frontbench

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced the coalition’s frontbench after its defeat at the May 21 election—a 24-strong team that includes 10 women. Nationals Leader David Littleproud also boasts six members of his party on the front bench. Dutton, who was elected unopposed as leader in his party room last week to replace outgoing prime…