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Michael Pascoe: Will NSW’s political parties put people before donors? Don’t bet on it

Will the NSW government get out from under the thumb of the gambling industry? Alan Kohler writes he's not betting on it.

The New Daily

Pressure on Minns over gambling card

The government is divided over the issue, and Labor has not committed to the gambling reform.

Newcastle Herald

Greens candidate says major parties neglecting Newcastle

Greens state election candidate John Mackenzie has slammed both major parties for ignoring Newcastle and going missing on key issues such as Stockton beach, the port container terminal and affordable housing.

Newcastle Herald

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NSW to debate land tax following inquiry

The NSW government says it will help more first-home buyers get their first property sooner.

AAP

Labor takes step towards new religious discrimination laws with review of exemptions for schools

Attorney general Mark Dreyfus tasks Australian Law Reform Commission to look into existing anti-discrimination legislation

The Guardian - AU

Victorian opposition makes $160m bus overhaul election promise as Labor flags more dog parks

Matthew Guy seeks to woo outer-metropolitan voters while Daniel Andrews campaigns in inner suburbs on day three of the Victoria election

The Guardian - AU

Albanese hits back at business groups’ threats to run anti-industrial relations bill ad campaign

Prime minister says the millions of dollars that would pay for the campaign could be used by companies to ‘pay workers better’

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Andrews heckled as crash dogs campaign

On the Victorian election hustings, Labor leader Daniel Andrews has been heckled while visiting an off-leash dog park to announce an animal welfare package.

AAP

Candidates in the Victorian seat of Caulfield put forward their cases for election

The sitting Liberal MP in Caulfield, David Southwick, holds the seat by a razor thin margin and is facing a challenge from a teal independent backed by the Climate 200 body.

ABC News

United Firefighters Union secretary accused of being 'anti-union' after campaign to exclude mechanics

The United Firefighters Union has been accused of being "anti-worker" by rival unions over its campaign against cancer compensation for mechanics in the fire services.

ABC News

Electric vehicle legislation stuck in the Senate as Greens and Labor debate what should be included

Electric vehicle legislation is a Labor election promise that could make popular models, such as the Nissan Leaf, up to $2,000 cheaper for some individuals and $9,000 cheaper for employers who run fleets.

ABC News

ACT government considering TV gambling ad ban

It would follow a similar move by South Australia.

The Canberra Times

PM promises action on power price relief

The prime minister is promising to take action against energy companies who don't pass on massive profits to Australian households in the form of savings.

AAP

Australia’s prisons to cost $7bn a year by 2030 as number of women incarcerated grows faster than men – study

Committee for Economic Development of Australia says bail reform and other measures are needed to reduce prison populations

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Grattan on Friday: Anthony Albanese won't be at COP27 but energy will be on his mind

Anthony Albanese leaves late next week for another round of international diplomacy, starting with the East Asia Summit in Cambodia, followed by the G20 in Indonesia, and APEC in Thailand.

The Guardian - AU

‘We need to change’: Dominic Perrottet says cashless gambling cards will be used in NSW

Premier presses the case for the scheme despite a lack of commitment from Labor and the Nationals

The Guardian - AU

Victorian opposition promises $500 dental vouchers as Labor pledges new medical scanners

Matthew Guy and Daniel Andrews focus on health announcements on second day on the campaign trail

The Canberra Times

Children will still face charges for serious crimes when age of criminal responsibility is raised

The age of criminal responsibility in the ACT will be increased to 14.

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The Guardian - AU

David Pocock backs caps on political donations and electoral spending in boost to Labor plan

ACT senator says caps are the only way to stop ‘wealthy entities from exerting undue influence’ on elections

AAP

Don't gag debate on workplace laws: Libs

The federal opposition has called on the Albanese government to allow lengthy debate on its new workplace laws, which it wants to pass by Christmas.

The Guardian - AU

Health sector pushes for certainty on establishment of an Australian Centre for Disease Control

Medical groups ‘optimistic’ as October budget commits to initial consultation but urge Labor to provide greater detail and more resources

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: nationwide vigils mourn Cassius Turvey, fresh Covid warning, Qantas scoops a Shonky award

In today’s newsletter: vigils across the nation pay tribute to Indigenous schoolboy; NSW health chief to urge greater booster take-up; and fly with the ‘spirit of disappointment’

ABC News

Hundreds of millions of dollars in funding for growth areas not allocated, despite huge demand

Despite residents complaining of an infrastructure drought, key pockets in Melbourne's growth corridors are concerned that more than $300 million of funding dedicated to making their lives better is sitting untapped.

The Conversation

Australia relies on controversial offsets to meet climate change targets. We might not get away with it in Egypt

It’s small wonder a major fossil fuel producer like Australia has relied so heavily on carbon offsets. Plant new forests - or say you will avoid clearing old ones - and you can keep approving new gas and coal developments. This year, whistleblower Professor Andrew McIntosh claimed up to 80%…

The Guardian - AU

Tax concessions for housing investors to cost $20bn a year within a decade, analysis shows

Parliamentary budget office report shows high income earners will benefit most from negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions

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