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‘We Need to Approach It Sensibly’: Dutton on Trump Tariffs
Trump imposed a 10 percent baseline tariff on trading partners and bigger reciprocal tariffs on China, the European Union, and multiple other nations.
Australia Avoids Major Impact from ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs, but Trump Singles Out Beef Restrictions
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ announcement will see tariffs applied to about 75 countries globally.
Dutton Says ABC Too City Focused, Questions the Volume of Public Servants Overseeing Education
The opposition leader hinted at what the Coalition would consider if it embarks on major cost-cutting in the government.
‘Tariff on Big Mac’: Nationals Leader Says Trump’s Trade Barriers Will Hurt Farmers
The wide ranging tariffs are expected to be announced April 2.
Dutton Vows to ‘Make Victoria a Safer Place’ in Tough-on-Crime Pitch
The opposition leader has campaigned in Melbourne where crime was a major issue.
Greens Demand 1 Percent of Federal Budget Be Devoted to Environmentalism
Under the Greens’ plan, environmental funding would rise to $7.8 billion for 2025/26, with an additional $17 billion over the forward estimates.
Victoria Targets ‘Rotten Culture’ in Construction with New Laws
The new law will create a complaint referral service to investigate misconduct at public construction sites.
Victoria’s Acting Chief Commissioner Rules out Permanent Role
Less than 2 months in, Nugent said he won’t seek the role long-term, saying, ‘Life is short, and I have other passions to pursue.’
Labor Lobbies Fair Work for Wage Increases in Cost-of-Living Election Battle
Labor has made a submission to a Fair Work review into wages, aimed at sweetening the vote from low earners.
Labor Promises Over $38 Million for Road Upgrades in Melbourne Ahead of Election
Melbourne’s troubled roads will see $38.5 million in upgrades through a partnership of the federal and state governments.
Dutton Pledges to Lower the Home Loan Borrowing Buffer
Michael Sukkar said research shows nearly 40 percent of first-home buyers fail to secure finance due to serviceability buffers.
Queensland’s Tougher Crime Laws to Cover Another 20 Offences, Including Boasting on Social Media
Young criminals across Queensland have been put on notice, with a broad range of crimes set to attract strict penalties of up to life in prison.
RBA Holds Interest Rates Steady Ahead of Federal Election
RBA holds rates steady, citing inflation risks, global uncertainty, and tight labour markets despite easing price pressures and recovering demand.
Australia Largely Spared From Tariff Scrutiny, But US Flags Concern With Media Code, Pharma Rules, Beef
The US trade representative’s report to the president and Congress cites Australia’s News Media Bargaining Code and pharmaceuticals as concerns.
Paterson Warns CCP Ship Has Deep Sea Mapping Capabilities, Dutton Calls for Better Undersea Drones
‘We don’t know exactly what it’s doing,’ said Home Affairs Shadow Minister James Paterson.
Dutton to Cut $4.2 Billion in Melbourne Rail Funding, Redirects to Airport Link
Dutton’s campaigning is in Melbourne so far where the Liberal Party needs to secure several outer suburban seats.
Labor Pledges Ambitious Plan for 10,000 New Health Appointments Amid Campaign to Shore up Adelaide Seats
The $150 million promise comes as Labor attempts to shore up the knife-edge South Australian seat of Boothby.
Dutton Says He Would Prefer to Live in Sydney Over Canberra as Prime Minister
The prime minister and federal treasurer have labelled the Opposition Leader as ‘arrogant’ for discussing living arrangements ahead of the election.
Dutton Warns of ‘Blackouts’ Under Labor Energy Plan, Promises $10 Million for New Weather Radar
Campaigning has continued for both sides of politics.
Queensland LNP Says ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ Penalties Cutting Crime Rates
Incidents of wounding among youth criminals have fallen 16.9 percent on last year, according to the government.
