Last Post: Zoe Daniel, Grumpy Liberals and the qualities of a perfect PM

Regarding Zoe Daniel’s article “Enough empty promises; the teals aim to deliver” (10/5), it occurs to me that under the combined supervision of a federal ICAC, a climate commission and an Indigenous voice, future federal parliaments will not want for external oversight – though whether such an affront to the ancient prerogatives of parliament is warranted is another matter entirely.

Terry Birchley, Bundaberg, Qld

Grumpy Liberal voters in Warringah should be aware that a vote for Zali Steggall is a vote for Labor, which could result in Warringah’s inaugural endorsement of a Labor PM.

David Spratt, Mosman, NSW

David Littleproud condemns Labor’s $400m plan to upgrade an Adelaide hospital (“Coalition refuses to match ‘reckless’ $400m health pledge”, 10/5) but is silent on the Coalition’s plan to spend $660m on carparks not selected by the Infrastructure Department. The hypocrisy astounds.

Ray Peck, Hawthorn, Vic

I recently watched the first televised debate, between Richard Nixon and JFK in 1960. Both participants were civil and, notably, let their opponent finish their sentences without interjection. Not so with Sunday’s rabble.

Roseanne Schneider, Toowoomba, Qld

It is clear Labor stands for a high-taxing large government telling everyone how to live their lives, but I am still trying to work out what the Coalition stands for.

Alan Freedman, St Kilda East, Vic

It appears that the election has resolved to a choice between democracy, socialism and chaos. Go figure.

Rex Womersley, Cairns, Qld

To take the wind out of the sails of the teal independents and retain government the Liberals must endorse nuclear energy to meet future CO2 emission targets. It’s time for some clearly defined policy differentiation or this government is history at this crucial time.

David K. Morgan, Gold Coast, Qld

What would make a perfect prime minister? The intellect and political cunning of Paul Keating, the grace and charm of Malcolm Turnbull, the experience and determination of Penny Wong and Tanya Plibersek, and the bravery, intelligence and humour of Julia Gillard.

Wendy Scanlon, Magnetic Island, Qld

Liquidators’ sale of Melissa Caddick’s $15m house? Tell ’em they’re dreamin’.

Alexander Haege, Tamarama, NSW