Pragmatic politics or dirty deals?
6/22/202626 min
Parliament is back for the final sitting fortnight before the mid-winter break. The Albanese Government is eager to pass its key budget measures, but will the Greens waive through tax reforms in exchange for an extended NDIS inquiry?
Meanwhile, Anthony Albanese has convened a virtual nation cabinet to discuss fuel security, as the Government winds down its fuel excise cut. But as global turbulence continues, the PM hasn't ruled out a further extension if needed.
Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber break it all down on Politics Now.
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First 90 secondsMatt Bevan0:00
[upbeat music] ABC Listen, podcasts, radio, news, music, and more. [upbeat music] Do you ever think that maybe the people making all the important decisions don't have a clue what they're doing?
Patricia Karvelas· Host0:14
The UK Prime Minister is facing increasing pressure to step down.
Matt Bevan0:17
It is ridiculous that Australia is facing a domestic gas price crisis.
Jacob Greber· Guest0:23
They take our money. They make us look like fools.
Matt Bevan0:26
I'm Matt Bevan, and on my show, If You're Listening, we take a look at every terrible decision that led to where we are today. Find us on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.
Patricia Karvelas· Host0:34
Politicians have descended on the nation's capital as the first sitting fortnight before the mid-winter break gets underway. The Albanese government is eager to pass its budget tax changes, but it's not yet clear if the Greens will play ball. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister has convened a virtual national cabinet meeting to discuss fuel security as the government winds down its fuel excise cut. But as global turbulence continues, Anthony Albanese hasn't ruled out a further extension if needed. Welcome to Politics Now. [upbeat music] Hi, I'm Patricia Karvelas.
Jacob Greber· Guest1:18
And I'm Jacob Greber. Are you, um, are you enjoying this warm weather? This warm, warm Canberra, quote unquote, "winter weather"?
Patricia Karvelas· Host1:25
Yeah, it's... Look, it's funny you being, like, half sarcastic, half, like,