Last Post: Chalmers’ economy, nuclear energy, immigration and climate claims

The front page headline, “Jim’s pitch: worst behind us” (30/12), reminds me of Mandy Rice-Davies’ response to John Profumo’s denial he had sex with her. “Well, he would say that, wouldn’t he.”

Tony Kelly, West Melbourne, Vic

Jim Chalmers promises an improvement in our lives in 2025. He’s obviously convinced the Coalition will win the federal election.

Dave Kirkham, Frenchs Forest, NSW

Jim Chalmers reads the mood of the electorate with uncharacteristic accuracy. He senses voters are approaching 2025 with confidence and optimism. Spot-on, Jim. We are confident that the next election will see the populace relieved of the burden of this government and optimistic that the Marxist ascendancy under Penny Wong and Chris Bowen will go the way of the US Democrats.

Frank Pulsford, Aspley, Qld

Could we ask Andrew Lloyd Webber to compose a musical – “Don’t Cry For Me Australia”? It would be fitting for the plight this government is presiding over.

Randall Whyte, Sherwood, Qld

I only hope Jim Chalmers reads Alexander Downer’s assessment of Australia’s status in the world, and comprehends the warning.

Peter S. Black, Bonville, NSW

A bit rich Alexander Downer saying Australia has lost its mojo when out of the last dozen or so years his mob were in power for nine of them.

Alan Fletcher, Scarborough, WA

Penny Wong, I demand that you stop giving our dollars to Gaza and UNRWA.

David Hill, Victoria Point, Qld

I hope Anthony Albanese and his crew have read and reflected on Jennie George’s excellent weekend article (“Keeping the door closed on nuclear makes zero sense”, 28-29). If only we had a Bob Hawke now.

Alex Cleave, North Fremantle, WA

Is it any wonder we need a “program allowing Five Eyes partners to join the ADF” (30/12) when the government, through its immigration policies, has deliberately watered down our democratic society and is indoctrinating the next generation to feel ashamed of being Australian?

Deirdre Graham, Moss Vale, NSW

Surely Anthony Albanese’s statement about natural disasters having become more frequent and more intense under his prime ministership would be classified as misinformation under Labor’s proposed but now defunct legislation.

Jeffrey Cox, North Boambee Valley, NSW