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Fuel tax cut debate exposes deeper cracks in Australia’s energy and cost-of-living strategy
Australia’s fuel debate has returned with urgency—and this time, it’s exposing more than just rising prices at the bowser. A proposal from Opposition Leader Angus Taylor and Nationals Leader Matt Canavan to temporarily halve the fuel excise has reignited a familiar political divide: immediate relief versus long-term policy direction. But beneath the politics lies a more uncomfortable question—how did…
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Australia–Japan Space and Cyber Forum highlights growing partnership:
Canberra’s role as a hub for advanced technology and international collaboration was on display this week at the Australia–Japan Space and Cyber Forum, hosted at the Canberra Cyber Hub. The event brought together government officials, diplomats, researchers and technology companies from Australia and Japan to discuss the rapidly expanding intersection between space technology, cybersecurity, and…
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Senator Matthew Canavan elected Leader of The National Party of Australia
Senator Matthew Canavan Canavan has been elected leader of the National Party of Australia, calling the moment “extremely humbling” and pledging to fight for regional communities and a stronger Australian economy. Speaking at Parliament House after the leadership vote, Canavan thanked outgoing leader David Littleproud MP for his service and highlighted the strength of The…
