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Labor and Coalition turn federal election campaign focus to industrial relations

Both parties renew a debate over industrial relations, with the Coalition vowing to double the fines imposed on unions that break the law and Labor arguing the Coalition's proposed changes to penalty rates and overtime will leave some workers worse off.

ABC News

Labor and Coalition election clash over coal and emissions

The election, climate change and coal

Newcastle Herald

David Speirs stands by water record despite Murray-Darling Basin criticisms

South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs says past criticism of his Murray-Darling Basin dealings will not affect his vote in areas that rely on a healthy Murray River.

ABC News

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Liberal Party accused of 'con job' after funding pledge for bypass in marginal seat

A Liberal Party election pitch to start work on a major infrastructure project in a marginal seat has been criticised by Labor as a "con job".

ABC News

67% Of Young Aussies Now Believe Homeownership Is Impossible & Fuck It, Gonna Go Live In A Tree

A new study has confirmed two-thirds of young Aussies can’t see homeownership in their futures due to surging house prices and tell me something I don’t know. Experts said young people have given up on the idea of buying a house because, surprise surprise, neither major party is going to…

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Explainer: how to read political polls - and why we can expect a lot of drama on election night

The single most important measure in Australian election polls is the two-party preferred vote (2PP). It captures the two central characteristics of Australian House of Representatives elections: that it is a preferential voting system, in which the flow of preferences can be crucial in determining who wins a seat; and…

The Conversation

Labor rejects anti-coal pledge: Albanese

A Labor government will not sign an agreement to phase out coal use but the opposition leader says Australia could still be chosen to host climate conferences.

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Who are the 'teal independents'? Your questions answered about the candidates fighting for some of Australia's wealthiest electorates

They've been labelled the "teal independents" — a group of mostly female candidates taking on mostly male Liberal MPs in some of Australia's wealthiest electorates. This is how they could impact the federal election.

ABC News

Labor to rethink Coalition’s ‘bewildering’ decision to scrap armed drones if it wins election

Shadow defence minister Brendan O’Connor says cancellation of $1.3bn SkyGuardian program demands explanation

The Guardian - AU

National teacher’s union ‘concerned’ by lack of detail in Labor’s public school funding policy

AEU president backed funding announcement but criticised lack of timeline, while noting Coalition had offered ‘nothing at all’

The Guardian - AU

Brendan O'Connor says defence spending under the Howard and Rudd-Gillard governments was similar, on average. Is that correct?

Shadow Defence Minister Brendan O'Connor says the Howard and Rudd-Gillard governments both spend 1.7 to 1.8 per cent of GDP on defence. RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

ABC News

Morning mail: aged care staffing crisis, 2022 Covid death toll double previous years, Belinda Giblin’s prized belongings

Wednesday: Home care services for elderly unable to operate in some areas. Plus: the Australian sports chasing the US dream

The Guardian - AU

The Coalition-News Corp attack on Labor’s energy policy is all too familiar

A simplistic claim about power price hikes splashed across tabloid front pages on Tuesday could seed confusion and doubt

The Guardian - AU

Explainer: what are Labor and the Coalition promising on an anti-corruption commission and what is the government's record?

As the election is looming, the Labor Party has placed integrity issues prominently on its party platform. Labor leader Anthony Albanese claims the Morrison government cannot be trusted, and that the only way to restore integrity is to elect a new government.

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Here's what the major parties need to do about higher education this election

In the lead-up to the federal election, neither of the major parties has given higher education much thought or attention.

ABC News

Leaders' debate: Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese to face off in Brisbane voters' forum

The first leaders' debate of the 2022 federal election campaign is on tonight. Here's what you need to know, and how to follow the developments.

ABC News

How Tasmania's vast, marginal Lyons electorate could be a key federal election battleground

Visits by high-profile politicians to Tasmania's Lyons electorate in the lead-up to the federal election is an indication both major parties see winning it as key to their overall success in the federal election.

Newcastle Herald

Labor and Coalition trade blows over Hunter coal and emissions reduction

Canavan, Conroy, clash over coal

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Newcastle Herald

PM visits big greenhouse gas emitter while sledging Labor's energy plan

The Coalition visited a fossil fuel company the same day it attacked Labor on it energy and climate plans.

AAP

IR, wages war ignites on election trail

Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese will meet for the first leaders' debate on Wednesday, as both parties go on the attack on industrial relations.

The Guardian - AU

Miner will ‘pursue all avenues’ to overturn rejection of coal exploration licence in Queensland

Fox Resources statement sparks calls for candidates to outline positions ahead of federal election

The Guardian - AU

Guardian Essential poll: Labor loses ground in first week of campaign but remains ahead of Coalition

Albanese’s disapproval rate rose by five points but over half of all respondents still believe Labor will win the next election

The Canberra Times

'Disgusting lie', 'dodgy': Parties trade fear campaign slurs

Labor and the Coalition each used press conferences on Tuesday to call out the campaign tactics of the other side.

ABC News

Labor to review the NDIS if elected, as advocates warn scheme is facing a 'critical moment'

Labor says it wants to "restore trust" in the NDIS, amid warnings about the scheme's sustainability and reports some recipients have been facing significant cuts to their plans in recent months.

The Guardian - AU

Bill Shorten attacks NDIS boss as Labor promises overhaul of $30bn scheme

Opposition says it will establish new appeals process and reduce spending on consultants and private law firms

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