Buy local, regional newspapers urge Albanese government The message is appearing in 330 newspapers this week Newcastle Herald · Apr 26, 2023
Premier targets healthcare ahead of national cabinet – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Apr 26, 2023
More Australians forced out of homes as rental housing affordability crisis rages on, Anglicare report shows At 58, Dawn Dowling has been forced to move in with a friend, as an annual snapshot from Anglicare of rental affordability in Australia paints a grim picture. ABC News · Apr 26, 2023
Alan Kohler: Something strange and sad is happening to the Labor Party Something strange and sad has happened to Labor. The policy courage of Whitlam, Hawke and Keating has been replaced. The New Daily · Apr 26, 2023
Labor should use its ‘power for the people’ and lift jobseeker, former RBA governor says Bernie Fraser has joined the chorus of calls to raise rates as Labor MP warns ‘we may not get a second chance’ The Guardian - AU · Apr 26, 2023
‘Considerable’ numbers of Labor MPs join push to raise JobSeeker Economists, anti-poverty advocates and Labor MPs are among those calling on the government to raise the “cruel” rate of JobSeeker. The New Daily · Apr 26, 2023
Workers should be on the Reserve Bank of Australia’s board These representatives bring expert knowledge of how the real economy works and labour market operations. Workers must have a say. The New Daily · Apr 26, 2023
Jim Chalmers promises cost-of-living relief in budget but won’t commit to raising jobseeker Treasurer says government’s focus remains on jobs, as CEO of Acoss says increasing unemployment benefit still a ‘live debate’ The Guardian - AU · Apr 26, 2023
Tax shield on super gas profits leaves Australians looking like 'chumps', economist says It was once described as world-leading, but calls are growing louder for changes to Australia's super gas profits tax amid claims it is collecting "beer nuts". ABC News · Apr 25, 2023
A bastard's tale worthy of the Anzac legend Apart from its historical significance, it's a rollicking good yarn. Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2023
Albanese, Hipkins toast trans-Tasman renewal over snags Anthony Albanese met with New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins on Sunday after momentous changes to Australian citizenship for Kiwis. AAP · Apr 22, 2023
Labor promises to ‘grab this opportunity’ to become renewable energy superpower ‘To see this at the heart of government planning is an overwhelming relief,’ Energy Council says, while investors warn of impact from US energy package The Guardian - AU · Apr 21, 2023
Labor pours cold water on increasing jobseeker – leaving progressive voters scratching their heads Labor may be correct that it can’t solve poverty in one budget, but it has no excuse not to begin the process The Guardian - AU · Apr 21, 2023
The Treasurer has great ideas, but barely a chance to them into action The Treasurer's upcoming budget will be difficult. So difficult that it’s unlikely to see any reforms to rein in spending or grow revenue . The New Daily · Apr 21, 2023
The New Daily · Apr 21, 2023 Crackdown on businesses faking clean energy credentials Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced a crackdown on companies over-egging their clean energy credentials as the government boosts investment in renewables.
The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023 Coalition, Labor at odds over RBA board appointments As the Albanese government seeks to enact the recommendations of a review of the Reserve Bank, the coalition has queried two new appointments.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023 Morning Mail: NSW left behind on drug policy, Gorgon carbon capture fail, SpaceX rocket blows up Queensland’s move to three-strike system for minor drug possession leave NSW isolated; emissions shoot up 50% at huge gas project; Elon Musk says spacecraft test was ‘exciting’
The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023 Advice on voice a ‘cynical political tactic’ to confuse voters, Coalition claims – as it happened This blog is now closed
The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023 Madonna King: The world has evolved, and that’s why the RBA should too Jim Chalmers’ in-principle support for the recommendations released in yesterday’s review of the RBA is also welcome.
AAP · Apr 20, 2023 Reserve Bank to keep close eye on jobs and inflation The Albanese government will enact the recommendations of a review of the Reserve Bank, to ensure it focuses on full employment and inflation.
The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023 Reserve Bank revolution: Jim Chalmers reshapes the RBA for the 21st century The scale of the RBA changes recommended by the review is large – there is an entire section devoted to a year-long implementation process.
The Conversation · Apr 20, 2023 Grattan on Friday: The government invited ambit claims for the budget and now it will be judged against them Budgets are for stakeholders and interest groups like Christmas is for kids. They’re preceded by a multitude of letters to “Santa”, aka the treasurer, in the run-up.
ABC News · Apr 20, 2023 What does the Reserve Bank of Australia review mean, and how will it affect interest rates and mortgage payments? A scathing review of the Reserve Bank of Australia is set to deliver a shake-up of the central bank not seen in a generation. Here's what it means for interest rates, your mortgage, and RBA governor Philip Lowe.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023 Afternoon Update: Lowe responds to RBA shake-up; rare solar eclipse in images; and K-pop star dies at 25 RBA governor welcomes review of central bank as treasurer announces all 51 recommendations will be implemented
The New Daily · Apr 20, 2023 RBA boss concedes central bank ‘needs to change’ RBA boss Philip Lowe has welcomed the wide-ranging review of the central bank, admitting it "needs to change".