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Royal Commission into Australia’s Handling of COVID-19 ‘As Soon As Practicable’: PM

Prime Minister (PM) Anthony Albanese says a Royal Commission will investigate Australia’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic “as soon as practicable,” but the government will first deal with the current wave of the virus. Speaking to Sky News Australia on Aug. 21, Albanese said that while both federal and state government responses need to be…


Former Australian PM Defends Decision to Swear Himself Into 5 Portfolios

Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says his decision to secretly swear himself into five ministerial portfolios was in response to “extraordinary” circumstances, as well as unrealistic public expectations drummed up by media and the opposition. “It was a very difficult time. It was a very unusual time. It was a very extraordinary time that…


Former Australian Prime Minister Breaks Silence on Ministerial Intervention

Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has spoken for the first time after it was revealed that he was secretly sworn into five multiple minister roles, including health, finance, treasury, home affairs and industry. The former prime minister said his decision was a precaution during the middle of the pandemic and that he would have…


The Red Wave Engulfing Australia

Commentary To say that the centre-right Liberal Party of Australia (blue is the party’s official colour) is in crisis is to make a pitch for understatement of the year. However, it is true. There are elections coming up in the two most populous states. The Liberals in Victoria face further electoral oblivion in November and…


What Happens to Male Victims of Domestic Violence When Men Become Demonised?

Commentary The stereotype often invoked when someone talks about domestic violence is often of a toxic and domineering man. Influential in the promotion of such an approach is the Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese. On March 3, he posted on Twitter: “If we want to end violence against women, it’s not women who need to change…


What Happens to Male Victims of Domestic Violence When They Become Demonised?

Commentary The stereotype often invoked when someone talks about domestic violence is of a toxic and domineering man. Influential in the promotion of such an approach is the Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese. On March 3, he posted on Twitter: “If we want to end violence against women, it’s not women who need to change their…


Beijing ‘Discontent’ Over ‘Finger-Pointing’ about Taiwan

Beijing said it was “discontent” with Australia, Japan, and the United States for their condemnation of the launching of military ballistic missiles into the waters around Taiwan, calling it “finger-pointing” and “absolutely unacceptable.” In a joint statement, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa, and the U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken…


Albanese Seeks to Host US-style Centre for Disease Control in Australia

Australian Prime Minister has indicated that the government is seeking to fund a new U.S.-style centre for disease control for the country—the only OECD country without one. ​​”I have already had discussions with at least a couple of premiers who are very keen to have it located,” Anthony Albanese hinted on Aug. 5 in a…


Climate Bill for 43 Percent Emissions Reduction by 2030 Passes Australia’s Lower House

The Australian federal government has passed its climate bill, legislating a 43 percent emissions reduction target, through the lower house. It was passed 89 votes to 55 with the support of Greens, teal independents, and Tasmanian Liberal MP Bridget Archer after a number of minor amendments. The legislation sets a target of 43 percent carbon…


Government Will Shake Hands With Gas Producers to Tackle Gas Shortfalls

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to work closely with gas companies to address supply issues after an energy report predicts a gas shortfall in 2023 if exporters send all excess gas overseas. Albanese on Tuesday stressed the importance of ensuring a consistent flow of domestic supply as the government revealed plans to invoke a gas trigger mechanism from…