An inquiry into the former prime minister appointing himself to oversee five portfolios is unlikely to achieve anything further, Nationals Leader David Littleproud says. Advice from the solicitor-general released last week found that while Scott Morrison’s actions undermined the principles of “responsible government,” he did not break any laws. Littleproud says the inquiry announced by the…
Nationals Call Inquiry Into Former Australian PM Scott Morrison a Political Distraction
Australian Defence Minister Calls for ‘Normal Peaceful Behaviour’ in Taiwan Strait
August 14, 2022
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Australia’s Defence Minister and Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles has called for a “return to normal peaceful behaviour” in the Taiwan Strait amid growing tensions in the region following China carrying out several military drills and a diplomatic visit by U.S. House Speaker to Taiwan. Marles said the Labor government wants to maintain its “one China policy”…
Major Trade Union Says Energy Price, Wage Controls Will Help Economy Grow
August 11, 2022
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The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has proposed radical reforms to spur productivity in the country, including controls on energy prices and stopping impending personal tax cuts. Yet federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has responded, saying that while ideas were welcome, they would not necessarily be adopted at the September Jobs and Skills Summit. The…
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 Leader Gives Go Ahead for Party to Develop Nuclear Policy
August 4, 2022
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Australia’s opposition leader Peter Dutton has opened the door for the Liberal-National Coalition to put nuclear energy on the table as a policy going forward—a proposal previously panned by Energy Minister Chris Bowen as the “most expensive form of energy.” An internal process will be run to examine the potential for “advanced and next-generation nuclear…
Beijing Accuses AUKUS of Undermining Regional Peace, Calls for Oversight From UN Nuclear Watchdog
August 1, 2022
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Beijing has warned the three AUKUS nations of undermining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific if efforts to arm Australia with nuclear-powered submarines continue. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Zhao Lijian said in a press briefing on July 29 that Beijing opposed cooperation between the three governments and that it allegedly “sparked serious…
Australian Opposition Leader Calls for Border Closure With Indonesia Over Foot and Mouth Threat
July 25, 2022
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With foot and mouth disease now present across 22 provinces in Indonesia and fragments of the virus found in Australia, Australian opposition leader Peter Dutton has joined fellow opposition members of parliament David Littleproud, Karen Andrews, and Barnaby Joyce in calling for Australia to close its border to the southeast Asian nation. However, Prime Minister…
Australia Adopts 43 Percent Emission Reduction Target Despite Current Energy Shortage
Australia’s Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, has revealed the new centre-left Australian government’s climate bill, which will set a target of 43 percent emissions reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2050. Speaking to the National Press Club on Wednesday, Bowen said Labor would establish a Climate Change Authority to “assess and publish…
‘It’s Always About How’: Australian Shadow Treasurer Asks Government How It Will Achieve New Emissions Target
Australian shadow treasurer Angus Taylor has criticised the Labor government’s 43 percent emissions target, asking it to explain how it would ensure the needed power supply to businesses and homes. The comment comes after thousands of homes on Australia’s east coast were plunged into darkness on Monday as electricity suppliers struggled to meet demand as…
Full Reliance on Renewables Not a ‘Scientific Reality’: Australian Opposition
June 16, 2022
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Australian opposition leader Peter Dutton says total reliance on renewable energy to fulfil the nation’s electricity needs is unfeasible. His comments come as the current Energy Minister Chris Bowen calls on the private sector to bolster investment in renewables amid soaring electricity and gas costs in Australia. Dutton told the Nine Network that the energy…
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