Greens’ war on our closest ally
The Greens have attacked the US alliance, claiming it increases the risk of conflict, undermines Australian sovereignty and compromises stable relations with Beijing.
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An assassination attempt here ‘only a matter of time’
Former home affairs minister Karen Andrews fears an attempted political assassination in Australia is ‘only a matter of time’, standing by her warning after the killing of former Japanese leader Shinzo Abe in 2022.
Defence posture a policy of retreat
The Greens are more concerned about Washington than Beijing, but plans to cancel AUKUS and review the US alliance will make Australia less relevant and leave the region more vulnerable.
‘We need to boost MPs’ security’
Former Home Affairs secretary Mike Pezzullo has called for a review into protective security arrangements amid growing concerns about political violence and threats to MPs in Australia.
Ambitious Greens must be more than a party of protest
Adam Bandt has clarified the existential challenge to Labor by revealing the Greens’ long-term political objective – to become the genuine party of Australia’s political left.
Bandt plan to usurp ALP on left
Adam Bandt says the Greens have replaced Labor as the authentic party of the centre-left and will win over voters by taking a ‘Robin Hood platform to the election’.
Democracy ‘under attack’, warns O’Neil
Home Affairs Minister says the democratic project is under threat and must adapt to new challenges including declining trust, greater foreign interference and reduced social cohesion.
Industry calling for clarity on Future Made in Australia
The Coalition has warned that Labor’s legislation fails to provide ‘clarity’ for manufacturers about how the scheme works in practice, as industry urges the government to ensure a ‘level playing field’.
Gas shortfall expected to hit east coast sooner
The competition watchdog is forecasting gas shortfalls from 2027, calling for new supply to brought online and suggesting LNG import terminals as a possible stopgap measure.
Treasury chief holds reins in funding plan
Treasury Secretary Steven Kennedy would be given new powers to conduct ‘sector assessments’ to determine whether projects qualify for support under Labor’s Future Made in Australia plan.
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