Adam Bandt threatens government’s agenda, but is he serious?

The Greens are demanding an end to new coal and gas exploration in return for supporting the government's key legislation. Photo: AAP/TND

The Greens could sink three key bills if the government does not ban new coal and gas exploration or expand its social policy fund, Greens leader Adam Bandt has warned – setting up a defining moment for the minor party and the Parliament.

At stake is the government’s plan to enforce its climate policy, and two other key planks of its election platform, multibillion-dollar funds to invest in Australian manufacturing and build social housing.