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How will the major parties' policies on energy transition impact Gladstone's green hydrogen industry?

Australia's two major parties have different views on the role of government in Gladstone's green hydrogen transformation. This is what they have to say.

ABC News

Change of government would present ‘great opportunity’ in fight to free Julian Assange, his father says

John Shipton, father of the WikiLeaks founder, says ‘of course things would change’ if Labor were elected in May

The Guardian - AU

When will there be a federal ICAC or anti-corruption commission? What are the parties promising?

Although Anthony Albanese has committed to introducing an ICAC within the first six months of a Labor government, Barnaby Joyce does not think many Australians will care, and Prime Minister Scott Morrison says it's now off his agenda but denies it is a broken promise.

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Albanese 'keeps it real' on campaign trail

Anthony Albanese is determined to have "real interaction" while the coalition sticks with stage-managed events, Labor campaign spokeswoman Katy Gallagher says.

AAP

The Coalition is promising big things for a Darwin port ahead of the federal election, but the path ahead is unclear

The federal government is spruiking its $1.5 billion commitment for port facilities in Darwin on the campaign trail. But how the money will be spent, when Darwin already has a port that is owned by a Chinese company, is unclear.

ABC News

Joyce says airport funding locked into budget

Airport executives will head to Singapore next month to try to secure their first Asian destination.

Newcastle Herald

Residents reckon Mandalong Road still 'won't cope' with hefty upgrade

Residents aren't sold on the $76 million dollar upgrade to the major chokepoint on Mandalong Road, arguing it will struggle to meet demands under new pressure from the $235 million Cedar Mill development.

Newcastle Herald

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$76m for Mandalong Road to 'unlock Lake Macquarie's economic potential'

"Providing two lanes in each direction between the Pacific Motorway and Freemans Drive will improve travel times and journey reliability for vehicles on this key east-west route," Mr Joyce said.

Newcastle Herald

Labor vows to match Newcastle Airport terminal upgrade commitment

The Newcastle Herald reported on Thursday that Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce will promise $55 million for the project during a visit to the region today.

Newcastle Herald

Paterson and Hunter the targets of major parties in election campaign

Leaders in Hunter on two-seat lookout

Newcastle Herald

Barnaby announces $55m for Newcastle Airport upgrade

The Coalition also committed to spend $56 million on Mandalong Road at Morisset.

Newcastle Herald

View from The Hill: New One Nation candidate George Christensen set to win from losing

George Christensen caused the government a heap of trouble while he was in the Nationals, and is set to be a pest now he’s jumped ship.

The Conversation

Plans to industrialise Middle Arm could cause 'significant' health impacts, environmental report warns

A new industrial precinct in Darwin Harbour could cause "significant adverse impacts to human health", according to an environmental report released by the Northern Territory government.

ABC News

George Christensen to get $100k payout after defecting to One Nation and an unwinnable Senate spot

National Party defector George Christensen appears on track to receive a $105,000 taxpayer-funded payout after his decision to contest an unwinnable position on One Nation's Senate ticket for Queensland.

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The Guardian - AU

Barnaby Joyce wrongly claims $1.5bn funding for second Darwin port has already been legislated

Bill that includes Northern Territory infrastructure funding did not pass before parliament was dissolved

AAP

Darwin port facility boosts jobs, security

Nationals leader and Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has unveiled details of a $1.5 billion port facility in Darwin on the campaign trail in the NT.

The Guardian - AU

Victorian minister trades barbs with Barnaby Joyce during joint press conference

Jacinta Allan refers to deputy prime minister’s ‘diary’ management in first meeting in 10 months

AAP

Financial figure fumble for Albanese

Anthony Albanese has stumbled on his first press conference during day one of campaigning, unable to state the official interest rate and unemployment rate.

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Newcastle Herald

Ray joins khaki election, declares war on PM

The Libs' Paterson candidate, Brooke Vitnell, was perhaps fortunate to be out of town when Scott Morrison dropped into Edgeworth Tavern this week to exchange pleasantries with the locals.

Newcastle Herald

Not so fast ... we've all made the odd mistake

Newcastle Herald readers have their say

AAP

Construction starts on new Qld coal mine

The deputy prime minister has hailed a new coal mine as helping to underpin Australia's security by generating more money for the economy.

The Guardian - AU

Section 44 strikes again: Labor candidate for Hughes quits race due to Greek citizenship concerns

Local teacher Peter Tsambalas was preselected unopposed by ALP branch members in January to contest south Sydney seat

Newcastle Herald

Our PM's very good at pointing the finger

Newcastle Herald readers have their say

ABC News

Muswellbrook bypass first promised 22 years ago now 'locked in' by budget, Barnaby Joyce says

A bypass to divert New England Highway traffic, including thousands of freight trucks per day, away from the heart of Muswellbrook is promised to see the light of day by 2027.

The Guardian - AU

Australia anxious to show it didn’t ‘drop the ball’ on Pacific after China and Solomon Islands deal

Canberra must walk a delicate line when responding to challenges presented by Beijing and Solomons’ security agreement

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