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Australia risks damage to economy without expanded money laundering laws, says Senate committee

Government has ‘dragged its feet’ on reform and Australia could be placed on grey list which includes Syria, Myanmar and South Sudan

The Guardian - AU · Mar 31, 2022

Heavy-handed approach to aid has disenchanted Pacific Island nations and compromised Australia’s security

Taking countries’ preferences and needs seriously is the first step to strengthening leadership in the region

The Guardian - AU · Mar 31, 2022

A cut-and-paste attack on electric vehicle batteries and renewables is spanning the globe. But is it right?

Despite a boost from former resources minister Matt Canavan, a well-shared text essay decrying renewables contains only partial truths

The Guardian - AU · Mar 30, 2022

AFP creates new task force ahead of federal election to protect politicians, candidates

A dedicated police taskforce to protect politicians during the election campaign will be set up, following recent threats against several parliamentarians.

ABC News · Mar 30, 2022

Newcastle Labor MPs find budget flaws

The Hunter's Labor politicians have labelled the budget a "wasted opportunity" for the region.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 30, 2022

Josh Frydenberg let the figures fly during the budget speech. Here's what you need to know to sort the fact from the spin

Budget speeches are prone to flourishes and embellishment, with treasurers attempting to present their government's record in the best light. With figures flying thick and fast, RMIT ABC Fact Check sorts fact from spin.

ABC News · Mar 30, 2022

Federal budget: $160 million for nature may deliver only pork and a fudge

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s cash-splash budget has a firm eye on the upcoming federal election. In the environment portfolio, two spending measures are worth scrutinising closely.

The Conversation · Mar 30, 2022

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Jim Chalmers on the budget Labor can't oppose

The opposition is criticising the government’s “giveaway” budget but, predictably, with the election close, is not opposing its cost of living package, which includes a temporary cut in full excise and billions of dollars for low and middle income taxpayers, pensioners and welfare recipients.

The Conversation · Mar 30, 2022

Factcheck: Does the federal 2022-23 budget contain $3bn of secret cuts?

Labor is accusing the Coalition of hiding billions in cuts, but Simon Birmingham says they are decisions taken but not announced

The Guardian - AU · Mar 30, 2022

Budget 2022: the government spends big on its 'khaki election' strategy, but neglects diplomacy and other 'soft' power

The Morrison government has been signalling for some time that it wants the 2022 federal election to be a so-called “khaki election”: one big on defence and national security.

The Conversation · Mar 30, 2022