"The analysis found that Australian news journalists have overwhelmingly produced stories and narratives that serve the needs of the powerful and significantly distract from critical policy and social issues that affect ordinary Australians" #auspol > crikey.com.au/2024/08/19/aus…

Like Scott Morrison, Anthony Albanese has sought political advantage from his control over MP’s staff numbers. Staffing levels should be set in a transparent way by an independent statutory body. Well done David Pocock for pressing for this reform. #auspol theconversation.com/albaneses-righ…

Pressure on Anthony Albanese to ban online gambling ads not slowing... and follows yesterday's call for a conscience vote. Note Liberal MP Bridget Archer is taking a tougher stance than Peter Dutton who wants partial limits.

Please RT so Peter Dutton can’t miss this truth. His weak, divisive demonisation of a people is an intolerable repetition of his usual tactic. If he has nothing to offer but hatred and fear, he has nothing. #Auspol

Interesting comment from Santos today: It is "working with the regulator" to push back WA decommissioning work so its WA business stays cash flow positive. I'm not sure that is how the timing of cleaning up the ocean is meant to be determined. watoday.com.au/business/compa…

Abul Rizvi Advance has let its trolls out re Israel More data harvesting than you can poke a stick at Always seeking to exploit racism & religious belief, fomenting hatred & division, Advance is working in concert with Dutton, as they did with The Voice referendum advanceaustralia.org.au/sign-israel-pl…

💥Coalition senators vote in support of reducing women’s rights over their bodies!

🚨Thank you for sharing your experience in this area to counter the shameless politics of fear, prejudice and division. #auspol

At what point is Brittany Higgins going to be allowed to rebuild her life, have her baby and recover from her ordeal? “It can be revealed lawyers for Linda Reynolds have launched a fresh lawsuit against Ms Higgins which attempts to gain access to her federal government

💥 At my signal, unleash teal! 🩵 🩵 🩵🩵🩵🩵Russell Crowe unleashes on US politics in Joe Rogan podcast | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site news.com.au/entertainment/…

Another day another warning of a gas shortage. Remember - Australia does NOT have a gas shortage. As Matt Saunders writes, Australia exports around 35 times more gas than any projected "shortage" #OffTheCharts australiainstitute.org.au/post/forget-ev…

I welcome govt’s steps to tackle methane under reporting, but urgency is key. The clock is ticking – we need a timeline & commitment to ensure this is done as a priority. Read my full statement: ow.ly/YBzA50T6eO4 #ClimateAction #MethaneReporting #auspol

The federal government's decision to not properly count LGBTIQ+ people in the next census defies common sense. We need your help while there's still time to push back. equalityaustralia.org.au/our-work/count…

I've written to PM, with others on the xbench, urging govt to reverse decision to exclude LGBTIQA+ people from the 2026 census. Excluding any part of our community doesn't make sense. Accurate data is vital in shaping public policy, which is why counting everyone matters #auspol

Govt’s u-turn today on LGBTIQA+ Census question is a good start & testament to the power of community. The richer the data, the better informed policy can be. #Everyonecounts so I’ll continue the push for inclusivity. #countusin #auspol ow.ly/yenw50TaoC6

Govt talks about biodiversity & zero extinction targets but delays action & threatens to weaken EPA’s powers. Our environment needs a tough cop to protect it & the full package of reforms legislated with urgency #auspol theguardian.com/australia-news…

I welcome CCA’s sector pathway report mapping path to #NetZero by 2050. Highlights importance of accelerating upfront efforts & stresses the critical need for an all-in, sector-wide decarbonisation effort backed by strong policy & investment. #auspol ow.ly/JW5N50Tg0H8

I welcome National Cabinet's new funding to address Australia’s domestic & family violence crisis. It's a positive step, but more funding, detail & urgency are needed to ensure a timely and effective delivery & keep women & children safe. #auspol #enoughisenough