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Why Australia cannot simply move on from Scott Morrison’s many ministries

Despite the former PM’s burden-of-office plea for victimhood, his violation of Westminster conventions raises larger issues to be addressed

The Guardian - AU

Scott Morrison’s secret ministries: were they legal? And what happens next?

Albanese has sought legal advice on the matter while the Greens and crossbenchers say former PM should face a parliamentary investigation

The Guardian - AU

Scott Morrison's secret appointments nowhere to be found in reports about Governor-General

A quick glance through the Governor-General's regularly updated program reveals plenty of public activities. But the appointment of Scott Morrison to five secret ministries is nowhere to be found.

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The Ferguson Report: Scott Morrison increases unemployment by taking all the jobs

In his latest career move, former prime minister Scott Morrison has revealed he has joined Circus Oz, as a portfolio juggler.

The New Daily

‘Trashing democracy’: Australia gripped by scandal over ex-PM Scott Morrison’s secret jobs

A nation is struggling to understand how a prime minister could take on five ministerial roles without anyone knowing

The Guardian - AU

Are Scott Morrison’s actions understandable? A constitutional expert weighs in

It’s possible to see the logic behind some of the former PM’s decision-making. But not all. Regardless, we must ensure they can’t recur.

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Twiggy, pal of the global elite: a look at Andrew Forrest’s buddies on the world stage

Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest is unusually adept at talking his way into the halls of power. Crikey looks back at some of his most notable and at times controversial friends in high places.

Crikey

The Australian’s buried scoop on Morrison raises the question: who knew what, when?

Oz journalists criticised for sitting on dynamite revelations of grab for power for two years. Plus: journalism’s gender gap

The Guardian - AU

It’s Morrison’s world — and we’re doomed to live in it for a long time

The Liberal Party isn’t the only one struggling with Scott Morrison’s period as leader. The rest of us will have to for a long time to come.

Crikey

Australian conservatism succumbs to the same radical tendency as like-minded parties abroad

As bad as it is, Scott Morrison’s surreptitious circumvention of Australia’s parliamentary and Cabinet processes might have got worse.

The Conversation

‘That’s funny :)’: Morrison’s meme-driven attempts to shift the social media line

The former prime minister is trying a novel form of damage control by replying to every joke the internet is making about him.

Crikey

The horror, the horror — Morrison’s quiet coup unleashes square-ups and hypocrisy on a grand scale

In the wake of the Morrison portfolio revelations, those in the blast zone are either saying a whole lot… or staying noticeably silent.

Crikey

Albanese Slammed Morrison’s Constant Jokes About His Dodgy Actions As ‘No Laughing Matter’

Anthony Albanese has slammed Scott Morrison for posting memes, comments and jokes about his multiple secret ministerial appointments.

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Russian embassy spokesperson suggests Australian government unwilling to support espionage-proof building – as it happened

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Morning mail: Timor-Leste plays China card, pensioners charged for antivirals, Bali bomber to go free

Friday: Timor-Leste president José Ramos-Horta may look to Beijing to secure a gas pipeline. Plus: where to holiday to escape a third La Niña

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Scott Morrison Won’t Stop Making Jokes About His Secret Ministry Jobs Good God Man, Shut Up

Scotty from open mic night.

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Former resources minister Keith Pitt confirms to Q+A that Michael McCormack knew about Scott Morrison taking over his portfolio

Labor minister Murray Watt adds his name to those calling for former prime minister Scott Morrison to resign as former resources minister Keith Pitt tells Q+A Michael McCormack knew what Scott Morrison had done in 2021.

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The Conversation

Grattan on Friday: The Scott Morrison horror show has a way to run yet

It’s not breaking news that Scott Morrison has trouble with women. His “woman problem” was one factor in his election defeat.

The New Daily

Scott Morrison’s attempt at securing a legacy has blown up in his face

The strange secrets of Scott Morrison’s prime ministership revealed gave us a disturbing view of politics for which there is unlikely to be any fix.

Newcastle Herald

No regrets: Scott Morrison doubles down on decision to kill PEP-11

Former prime minister Scott Morrison says he has no regrets about blindsiding his resources minister Keith Pitt to ensure offshore gas exploration did not occur off the Hunter coast.

The Conversation

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Crossbencher Helen Haines on Morrison and integrity

The revelation that Scott Morrison secretly had himself appointed to five separate portfolios has triggered widespread outrage, just when the broader question of integrity has been a big political issue.

AAP

Ministry disclaimer changed in mid-2019

Documents tabled in parliament in 2019 show ministers in the Morrison government could be sworn in to other ministers' portfolios without being listed as such.

The Canberra Times

Viral comment reveals Morrison's surprise career change

The former PM has taken on a surprising new job.

The Guardian - AU

Scott Morrison must resign immediately and try to salvage what remains of his shredded reputation

The governor general’s role in Morrison’s phantom ministry should be considered further, for the secrecy is troubling

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