Former NSW government accused of ‘pork barrelling at public’s expense’ after scathing audit The $5bn post-pandemic spending program ‘not informed by robust research or analysis’ auditor general finds The Guardian - AU · Feb 28, 2024
Paramedics' industrial action ruled out of order A 12-hour industrial action that would have resulted in some paramedics refusing all but the most serious calls has been ruled out of order amid a pay dispute. AAP · Nov 30, 2023
Young people 'key' to voice success as PM casts vote Political leaders have called on young people to be the voice of their generation ahead of the referendum, as the prime minister cast his vote early. AAP · Oct 7, 2023
Matt Kean heading for Young Libs convention in Newcastle 'This weekend is one of the biggest on the calendar for Young Liberals.' Newcastle Herald · Oct 3, 2023
Tim Flannery's message to all: rise up and become a climate leader – be the change we need so desperately As humanity hurtles towards a climate catastrophe, the debate has shifted – from the science to solutions. We know we need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. But progress has been painfully slow. The Conversation · Sep 14, 2023
Minister disputes cost estimate of keeping Eraring open Matt Kean said $3b figure was based on departmental briefings. Newcastle Herald · Sep 4, 2023
NSW soon to decide on Eraring extension but former treasurer says it could cost billions Matt Kean says previous Coalition government would have had to pay Origin Energy up to $3bn to keep half coal plant open for two years The Guardian - AU · Sep 4, 2023
'Waste and costs' to be cut in health system The Hunter has not been immune from the health system's troubles. Newcastle Herald · Aug 24, 2023
Prominent yes campaigner says voice referendum has spawned new lows in political discourse Thomas Mayo says however the yes campaign is in a good place as he urges Australians to read deeply about the voice and cut through misinformation The Guardian - AU · Aug 13, 2023
‘Get it back on track’: NSW minister calls for voice yes campaign reset while praising Matt Kean’s support Exclusive: David Harris says ‘cheap politics’ has skewered the debate but expects support to rise before the vote The Guardian - AU · Jul 25, 2023
Icac’s handling of investigation into Gladys Berejiklian to be probed by watchdog Commission’s inspector, Gail Furness SC, to examine whether delays amount to ‘maladministration’ The Guardian - AU · Jul 24, 2023
Gary Johns faces calls to resign from no voice campaign over ‘offensive’ comments Johns, who is listed as a member of Recognise a Better Way’s Voice No Case Committee, suggested blood tests for welfare payments The Guardian - AU · Jul 24, 2023
NSW Liberal plan to generate carbon credits by ending logging in state forests snubbed by federal Labor Exclusive: State ministers touted ‘significant carbon abatement’ plus benefits for threatened species and regional economies The Guardian - AU · Jul 19, 2023
Afternoon Update: no campaign ad condemned as ‘racist trope’; minister calls Donald Trump Jr ‘a big baby’; and Meta launches Threads NSW Liberal Matt Kean and federal independents Monique Ryan and Zali Steggall among those who have criticised the newspaper ad The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Jun 30, 2023 Gladys, we hardly knew you: how Berejiklian’s obsession with secrecy brought her down Even close colleagues of the former NSW premier had no idea of her relationship with Daryl Maguire. In isolation she made the decisions that ended her political career
The Guardian - AU · Jun 26, 2023 Matt Kean lashes Icac for ‘public political lynching’ of Gladys Berejiklian as report release looms Findings of prolonged investigation into former Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire and the former NSW premier will be released on Thursday
Newcastle Herald · Jun 23, 2023 Hunter nursing jobs facing axe were a COVID-19 measure: Coalition The nursing positions were part of the "health army" amid COVID-19.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 17, 2023 $5.9bn and rising: Snowy 2.0 wrestles with delays and budget blowouts Much is riding on its success – not least the decarbonisation of the electricity grid – but critics say an independent review is desperately needed
The Guardian - AU · May 24, 2023 NSW renewable energy zones up to two years behind schedule ‘We are not going to allow the lights to go off,’ state energy minister Penny Sharpe vows
ABC News · May 3, 2023 Matt Kean returns to frontbench as NSW shadow cabinet line-up revealed Kean has been appointed health minister in Mark Speakman's shadow cabinet, five weeks after the state election.
The New Daily · Apr 23, 2023 NSW Liberals yet to decide if they’re for the Voice or against it The incoming NSW Liberal Party leader has refused to commit to supporting or opposing the proposed Indigenous Voice to parliament
AAP · Apr 21, 2023 No 'captain's call' on voice position from NSW Liberals The new leader of the NSW Liberals has backed away from the former government's position on the voice to parliament, saying the decision is not his call.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 17, 2023 NSW Liberal leadership: Mark Speakman eyes deals to firm up position before vote Matt Kean is understood to be in frame for shadow health role as Natalie Ward seeks upper house leadership
The New Daily · Apr 9, 2023 Alan Kohler: If the Liberals hope to survive it must be as progressive conservatives Maybe the Liberal Party needs to split, like Labor did in 1955. Failing that, it must regroup and rebrand to reflect modern Australia.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 31, 2023 Glitch or death spiral: can the Liberal party brand be revived? Tasmania is the only state or territory where the party remains in power. What must it do to ‘right’ the conservative ship?