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‘A great big lie’: researcher disputes government claim that 90% of GP visits are bulk-billed

The Consumers Health Forum says it too has ‘been sceptical for some time about claims of high rates of bulk billing’

The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2022

‘They will do nothing to fix it’: why the NBN still matters to many voters

Unlike in 2010 and 2013 when the NBN rollout was a hot topic, it is yet to hit the headlines this election, but it remains front of mind for some

The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2022

Will we be saying goodbye to petrol? What the major parties are planning for electric vehicles

Soaring petrol prices across Australia have sparked fuel security concerns. But it has also sparked hope in Australians — hope that their future government will invest in a transport system that isn't reliant on oil, but electricity. Here, we break down what the major parties are offering around electric vehicles.

ABC News · May 7, 2022

A tale of two electorates: the marginal seats basking in election funding promises while neighbours ignored

Coalition and Labor have so far pledged billions for local projects. But not all sides of the electoral fence are reaping the benefits

The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2022

Coalition promises tourism funds for small to medium wineries, distilleries, breweries

The Coalition is promising to help revitalise smaller wineries, craft breweries and distilleries if re-elected, after a tough few years for tourism operators.

ABC News · May 6, 2022

Australia election: climate and cost of living in focus as leaders stumble

Labor hope to end a decade in opposition by ousting Scott Morrison’s government on 21 May, but independents have grabbed most attention

The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2022

Scott Morrison suggests Anthony Albanese is using Covid as an excuse in response to ‘brain fog’ question

Prime minister’s latest comment on rival’s performance follows jibe about Albanese’s ‘quiet week’ in Covid isolation

The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2022

Scott Morrison denies Solomon Islands ‘red lines’ rhetoric puts Australia more at risk

Making a defence funding announcement in WA, prime minister continues to face questions about his handling of national security issues

The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2022

'This is not a death tax': Coalition claims on Labor housing scheme fall flat with experts

Aspects of Labor's newly unveiled affordable housing scheme have been likened to a "death tax", but tax specialists have shot down those suggestions.

ABC News · May 5, 2022

Morning mail: voters’ top priorities, Coalition climate plans ‘catastrophic’, Putin’s ‘girlfriend’ faces sanctions

Friday: The Morrison government’s emissions target is consistent with more than 3C global heating, analysis says. Plus: men more likely to take time from female partners for exercise

The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2022