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Online gambling ad ban an opportunity to cement MP’s legacy: Independents
Independents are calling on the Albanese Government to build on the legacy of the late Labor MP Peta Murphy by banning online gambling ads as Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth says it is still considering a report recommending the move. Source: The Age.
Productivity Commission proposal ‘direct attack on faith communities’
The National Catholic Education Commission says the proposed reforms outlined by the Productivity Commission in its draft Future Foundations for Giving report are a “direct attack on faith communities”.
Report calls for curb on tax deductions for donations to faith-based institutions
Labor could face a backlash from religious voters if it curbs tax deductions for donations to faith-based institutions, and Catholic and Jewish leaders say such a move would be unfair and unwarranted. Source: Financial Review.
ACT Government facing renewed pressure over Calvary takeover
The ACT Government faces renewed pressure over its forced takeover of Calvary Public Hospital Bruce, with Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith accused of “bad faith” negotiations in the lead-up to the compulsory acquisition. Source: The Australian.
PM delivers national apology for ‘dark chapter’ in Aussie history
Australian thalidomide survivors and their families have received a formal apology for the role that governments played in the tragedy. Source: News.com.au.
Independent MPs back call for royal commission into immigration detention
Asylum-seekers and refugee advocates are demanding the Albanese Government establish a royal commission into immigration detention. Source: Canberra Times.
Nazi salute to be banned after Government changes mind
Australians will be banned from making the Nazi salute in public after the Albanese Government reversed its position on the issue amid pressure from the Opposition and Jewish community groups. Source: The Age.
Questions remain over Labor’s poverty and welfare advisory body
A permanent statutory committee to advise the Albanese Government on ways to assist struggling Australians is set to happen, but independent ACT Senator David Pocock wants it to be strengthened while the Opposition has slammed it as “pointless”. Source: Canberra Times.
Misinformation bill to retain exemptions for political parties
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland has signalled exemptions will remain for political parties and government bodies from complying with Labor’s proposed misinformation laws, despite widespread criticism over the carveout. Source: The Australian.