Labor

Immigration Bill Debacle

Two Labor MP’s have contributed to a report which calls for a significant portion of the bill to be scrapped. The bill will give the Immigration minister significant powers which could impinge on human rights not the least of which is the power to imprison people who do not comply with ministerial orders. Image: Image: …

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Alternatives to Labor’s Disputed $10 Billion Housing Fund

Building social and affordable housing using returns from a $10 billion investment seems to be the answer to the skyrocketing rental costs for Labor. Despite the promise of 30,000 social and affordable homes built in its first five years, the proposal is now facing great resistance in the senate. Image: Image: Shutterstock – Jandrie Lombard …

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Labor and Greens create ‘Safeguard Mechanism’ to limit emissions

The federal government has struck a deal with The Greens to get Labor’s key climate legislation across the line. Referred to as the ‘Safeguard Mechanism’, the bill forces the nation’s biggest polluters to reduce their emissions by close to 5 percent each year. Labor says it’s key to Australia’s emissions target of a 43 percent …

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This Year In Politics

2022 was a momentous year in politics, with many changes demonstrating that Australians are seeking renewal in their Government. The Federal election saw a change in Government and also gave insights into attitudes about the two party system. War in Ukraine, natural disasters and arising cost of living left added to the pressure for the …

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