Bridget McKenzie
Commuters subsidising tax breaks for wealthy Kooyong EV drivers: McKenzie
Coalition transport spokeswoman Bridget McKenzie has left the door open to a road user charge, saying those who can afford to buy an EV should pay their way.
- Olivia Ireland
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Politicians’ shallow slogans sidestep the important issues
The leaders’ debate reinforced the alarming state of Australian politics, writes Zachary Andrew.
- Exclusive
- Defence
‘It is accurate’: Website stands by controversial Russian aircraft story
Indonesia’s foreign ministry has left open the prospect of regular Russian military visits to the nation, saying it welcomed co-operation with friendly nations.
- Matthew Knott
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- Australia votes
‘I was wrong’: Coalition frontbencher apologises for saying Russia and China want Labor to win election
After the Coalition called on Jakarta to curtail its defence ties with Moscow, one frontbencher claimed Russia and China didn’t want Peter Dutton as PM.
- Matthew Knott
Coalition senators swing behind Pauline Hanson’s push for her own trans inquiry
Eighteen Coalition senators sided with Pauline Hanson, despite Peter Dutton telling them to avoid culture wars and support the government’s existing review.
- Natassia Chrysanthos
At Parliament House your MPs are working hard. Attending parties
It is the final sitting week of federal parliament for the year and the social calendar is packed.
- Stephen Brook and Kishor Napier-Raman
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- Political expenses
Flight upgrades for work OK, but voters frown on MPs getting holiday perks
The Resolve Political Monitor found voters were divided on upgrades, but Coalition MP Bridget McKenzie is still pushing for a Senate inquiry into the PM’s trips.
- Paul Sakkal
- Updated
- Political expenses
McKenzie apologises, declares 16 free flight upgrades
The opposition transport spokeswoman led the attack on Anthony Albanese over allegations he sought better seats from former Qantas boss Alan Joyce.
- Paul Sakkal
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- Aviation
Qantas flights taken by the political class tens of millions of dollars dearer than competitor
Politicians are not booking the cheapest flight available, as they are meant to, preferring Qantas instead, which is costing taxpayers billions and hurting its competitor.
- Paul Sakkal
- Opinion
- Anthony Albanese
An invite to the Chairman’s Lounge would perk anyone up. But MPs should pay for it
Bipartisanship is alive and well in Qantas Chairman’s Lounge, where politicians are on a unity ticket to protect the greatest perk of all.
- Jacqueline Maley
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