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As the government tries to rein in disability support scheme spending, its minister has warned a delay caused by the Greens and opposition will cost $1 billion.

Access to vapes will be made harder under new laws but the banning of e-cigarettes is being criticised as counterintuitive for promoting a black market.

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Institute of Fiscal Studies also dismissive of plans by Lib Dems, Greens and – in particular – Reform UK

July deadline means ALP eager to reach agreement, despite some advocates warning against watering down the crackdown

Australia plans to outlaw the sale of vapes outside pharmacies from next week under some of the world’s toughest restrictions on electronic cigarettes

Think tank criticises ‘unattainable’ claims and ‘essentially unfunded’ NHS pledges

Vapes will soon be available from chemists without a prescription, the health minister announced today, revealing the details of a watered-down version of Australia’s vaping ban.

With a federal election due by May 2025, few doubt it will be fought over the high cost of living, with emphasis on energy policy and the punishing effects of electricity prices. But the underlying condition of the economy will determine the salience of these arguments with voters.

The Australian Human Rights Commission thinks so, including it in a list of rights that should receive legislative protection