Today in Parliament I asked the Prime Minister a question about his budget and Labor’s economically reckless plan that risks middle class Australians becoming the new working poor.
Budget 2023 - Question to the Prime Minister
Yesterday in Parliament I asked the Prime Minister about the Labor Government's broken promises. Following the release of the budget last night, we still do not have the answers that Western Australians deserve.
Community child care fund – Establishing child care in limited supply areas
Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, encourages Child Care Subsidy approved providers across the Durack electorate to apply for funding as part of the Community Child Care Fund – Establishing Child Care in Limited Supply Areas. This is a federal funding round facilitated by the Department Education.
“I am strongly of the opinion that we need to encourage and promote regional living, which obviously requires having childcare options available for local residents. I believe this funding round will help our regional towns to flourish, socially and economically. Families will enjoy increased childcare options, allowing them to participate in the work, social and physical activities they may have been unable to do because of the lack of childcare in their area” Melissa Price said.
The intended outcomes of the grant opportunity are to:
· establish new early childhood services in communities experiencing disadvantage in regional or remote areas, where there is a gap in the supply of approved services.
· support newly established services in communities experiencing disadvantage in regional and remote areas, to operate sustainably, engage local workforce, and address community level barriers to participation in early childhood education.
· increase the number of children from communities experiencing disadvantage in regional and remote areas accessing early childhood education.
· increase the availability of approved ECEC in communities experiencing disadvantage in regional and remote areas, with high unmet demand through capital works projects.
“By investing in child care centres in regional areas, communities can support families, promote child development, and create a brighter future for their children and the broader community.” Ms Price said.
Applications for this funding round close Thursday 1 June 2023.
For more information on eligibility and how to apply, please visit the Grant Connect website
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Black Spot Roads Funding to Save Lives in Durack
Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, welcomes the announcement that three recipients from her electorate will benefit from the latest round of funding announced under the Western Australia Black Spot Program 2023-2024 (the program).
The program funding targets road locations with a history of crashes in need of safety upgrades such as lighting, signage, traffic lights and roundabouts. History shows that these upgrades reduce crashes causing injury and death at identified sites by around 30 per cent.
Melissa Price MP said “The Durack community’s input is critical to identifying key black spots in the electorate. These projects would not be delivered without the community’s vital input and I encourage all residents and motorists in the region to nominate projects in the event of future funding rounds,” said Melissa Price.
The successful Durack projects for the Western Australia Black Spot Program 2023-2024 are:
· SOUTH HEDLAND - $275,000 to install speed plateaus on Limpet Crescent and Clam Court between Trumpet Way and Baler Close and formalise pedestrian crossing points.
· KUNUNURRA - $173,340 to clear vegetation, improve sight distance at approach to information bay and install flag lighting on Victoria Highway.
· CHITTERING - $336,600 to seal shoulders, improve clear zone, extend culverts and install audible edge lines, pavement markings and signs on Julimar Road.
According to the WA Road Safety Commission, there were 3,432 people killed or seriously injured, in regional WA alone, between 2017 and 2021. “This is far too many and we must continue the campaign to make our roads safer. Accidents take a huge toll on families, our communities and the economy and I am delighted to see these upgrades approved.” said the Hon Melissa Price MP.
For more information and to nominate a project in your area visit the Department of Infrastructure and Transport’s website at https://bit.ly/3A6EbpZ
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Parliament and Civics Education Rebate Available
The Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, is encouraging schools across the electorate of Durack who are interested in traveling to Canberra to apply for the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER).
PACER is an Australian Government initiative that provides financial assistance for students in Years 4-12 across the country to travel to Canberra, our nation’s capital. The program aims to bring civics and citizenship education to life for students by providing them with the opportunity to experience our capital first-hand.
“This opportunity is particularly important for regional, rural, and remote students who may not otherwise have the chance to visit our nation’s capital” said Melissa Price MP. “Students’ horizons are broadened when they have the opportunity to see democracy in action and learn about our nation’s government and history”.
The PACER rebate is paid directly to the school, helping to reduce costs for each participant. This funding ensures that pupils who otherwise may not have the finances to cover the trip, are now able to explore our nation’s capital.
Under PACER, students who learn about civics and citizenship in the classroom can visit Parliament House, Old Parliament House, the Australian War Memorial, and many other cultural and historical sites of interest.
PACER rebates are available to all eligible Australian schools, including home schools. With a recently increased rebate by 50%, this is an opportunity that should not be missed.
For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit https://www.pacer.org.au/
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Live Music Australia Grant Program now open
Federal Member for Durack, Melissa Price, encourages organisations across the Durack electorate to apply for the Live Music Australia Grant Program (the program). The program is designed to bring more live music to Australian communities and will fund applications that support quality original Australian live music that is professionally staged.
“I recognise the value of live music performances in our communities. Live music brings people together, especially when they attend an event that plays music that can transcend age, race, ethnicity, and gender. It showcases our local talent and helps to create a sense of identity and pride” said Melissa Price.
The program will provide support to the live music sector, with a focus on small to medium venues that support high quality original Australian live music that is professionally staged.
The program will also:
· support the development, growth and innovation of Australian contemporary live music by increasing performance opportunities for original contemporary music by Australian artists.
· support a sustainable venue-based live music industry by building professional capacity within venues, and growing and building audiences.
· support partnerships, collaboration and networks across the Australian live music industry.
It aims to revive business ventures in local suburbs, towns and regions across the country, building capacity for a sustainable live music scene with strong community roots, in all parts of Australia.
Closing date for applications will be Wednesday 26 April 2023.
For more information and eligibility criteria visit the Australian Government’s GrantConnect website at https://www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=4ce48b7d-84c3-4b69-9195-b9daaf2f0951
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Speech - Jurien Bay Boat Harbour
Today in Parliament I spoke about the ongoing issues with Jurien Bay Boat Harbour.
I highlighted the urgent need for the State Government to commit to funding for the recommended reconfiguring of the marina entrance. Locals have been fighting for years to have their marina fixed- enough is enough!
Speech - Exmouth Housing Shortages And Ningaloo Total Solar Eclipse
Today in Parliament I spoke about the severe housing shortages in Exmouth.
I highlighted the drastic need to ensure land releases and associated developments are a priority for the McGowan Government.
Exmouth deserves better!
Speech - Live Export Ban
Live Sheep Export Ban
I spoke in the House today about Labor's proposed live export ban. This is a typical arrogant move by a city-centric Labor Government who continually demonstrate they do not understand regional, rural or remote Australia.
Our animal welfare standards are among the highest in the world. The roll on effects from banning live sheep exports can not be understated.
Get real Labor!
Speech - Kimberley Floods
Today I spoke in Parliament about the Kimberley floods and food shortages in Kununurra due to the more recent flooding in the NT. It is imperative to ensure a more reliable and constant supply of food to vulnerable East Kimberley communities.
Regional connectivity and mobile black spot - Program rounds now available
Federal Member for Durack, The Hon Melissa Price MP, encourages licensed telecommunications carriers and relevant communications infrastructure owners across the Durack electorate to apply for the latest round of Regional Connectivity and Mobile Black Spot funding.
The Regional Connectivity Program funds the delivery of 'place-based' telecommunications infrastructure projects to improve digital connectivity across regional, rural and remote Australia.
‘I am very aware of the challenges my constituents in Durack face every day when it comes to mobile service capabilities. I have always strongly advocated for improved infrastructure, and therefore better connectivity, in Durack. I am very proud of what we have been able to achieve under the Coalition Government, but there is always more to do in Australia’s largest electorate’ Melissa Price said.
Up to $150 million (GST exclusive) is available for this combined Round, comprising two streams:
· A $100 million (GST exclusive) Regional Connectivity (Round 3) stream for place-based solutions that deliver new or upgraded broadband services and/or upgraded mobile services; and
· A $50 million Mobile Black Spot (Round 7) stream to deliver New Handheld Coverage to regional, rural and First Nations Australia.
This grant opportunity is administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, and the Arts.
Applications for the current funding round close Wednesday 31 May 2023.
For more information on eligibility and how to apply visit Grant Connect at https://bit.ly/3ZZLvz7
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Media Contact: Jackie Perry 0427 587 395, jackie.perry@aph.gov.au
Lumsden point Infrastructure Funding - A Coalition commitment
Puzzled by the Labor Government funding announcement today where they have pledged funding to upgrade Port Hedland’s Lumsden Point, Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, stated this afternoon “This is the same announcement, for the same project, that the Coalition Government committed to in the March 2022 Budget. “In fact, I believe the amount announced today is considerably less than what we committed to”.
In the March 2022 Budget, we announced $280 million to construct additional infrastructure at Lumsden Point, as part of the Coalition Government’s Energy Security and Regional Development Plan. This plan was created to develop key regions across Australia, transforming them into next generation export hubs. The $280 million we pledged to Lumsden Point was part of a $1.5 billion commitment for projects in the Pilbara region under this plan.
Additionally, in 2021 the Coalition Government also provided $33million to Qube Holdings Limited for upgrades to the Lumsden Point Diesel Storage and Import Terminal, under our Boosting Australia Diesel Storage Program. This program was designed to contribute to the government’s long-term fuel security goal to increase our domestic fuel storage that meets our needs during an emergency and into the future.
“I am very proud that the Liberal Party has always had a regional focus, we know that rural, regional and remote funding will turbocharge our economies, enabling people to get the job they want and to pursue their dreams” said Melissa Price MP. “Our regions, when they are allowed to flourish, will drive our economy, strengthen export markets and support the growth of existing and emerging industries”.
The Labor Government continues to hijack the Coalitions ideas, commitments and policies to adapt as their own, simply rebranding them and then claiming the credit. This is typical Labor, all politics and no policy.
Can the Premier Mark McGowan tell us if this announcement is new money, or is just a repeat of the Coalition commitment?
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Op Ed - Forget the 'Vibe' of the Voice, it's the Details That Really Matter
*Published in the West Australian, 16 February 2023
Support for an enshrined Voice in the Constitution is not a left or right-wing political issue.
Although the Liberal Party is often painted by the left, unfairly so, as a party which doesn’t care about Indigenous issues, the record of history tells a different story. It was a Liberal prime minister, Harold Holt, who successfully advocated for and passed the 1967 referendum, changing the Constitution to allow the Commonwealth to make laws for Indigenous people and include them in the census.
The Liberal Party has had many firsts. The first Indigenous member of Parliament, first Indigenous senator, first Indigenous member of the House of Representatives, first Indigenous minister and first Indigenous cabinet minister.
Closing the gap requires the support of both sides of the aisle. If we are going to propose the inclusion of the Voice in our Constitution the Australian public should be treated with respect. Australians have a right to ask the Government commonsense questions.
Questions such as: who will be eligible to serve on the body, how many people will serve on the body, what are its functions and powers and who does it answer to?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made one concession, after months of holding out, to allow for a Yes and No campaign pamphlet to be distributed outlining each camp’s view. There will always be commentators who will regard those opposing constitutional change as stuck in their ways. I am not interested in being distracted by that noise.
Clearly, urgent change is required from our current business-as-usual approach to ensure we can improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
And when we consider the track record of how successful constitutional change has been in the past, with only eight out of 44 referendums successful, we cannot risk being vague on the details.
Although some say our PM is hopeful that Australians will vote Yes based on the “vibe” of the Voice, I think details matter.
In WA, our regional and remote communities are at breaking point. Our hospitals, police force, community organisations and local councils are literally crying out for help. The issues that have been plastered across the national media regarding Alice Springs, although tragic, are also occurring here in WA.
The Voice, if implemented correctly, could provide a vehicle for Indigenous Australians to have their say in how national policy affects local challenges.
It’s about consulting with Indigenous leaders out bush rather than the views of a select few from the city. This is inherently a liberal way of thinking, and we need that in WA now more than ever.
The first step in the process for the Voice, according to the Calma-Langton report - a report which laid out in detail how a national voice model would operate - is to introduce the Voice at a local and regional level. To date, the PM has failed to confirm that this is their proposed model. He insists that the Voice will unite the nation.
Without further detail, it will only divide us.
Have those in Canberra learnt nothing from their past failures?
I thought the point of the Voice was to get away from bureaucrats in Canberra telling individual Indigenous communities what is best for them?
This week marks the 15-year anniversary of the Stolen Generations apology. As put by the Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney, we are barely any closer to closing the gap compared to where we were 15 years ago. In fact, in some areas we have moved backwards. The PM could see this for himself by meeting with relevant organisations when he visits Port Hedland, as I recommended in my recent letter to him.
But remember PM, it’s not enough just to turn up. Actions speak louder than words.
Stronger Communities Programme Round 8 - Expressions of Interest Now Open in Durack
Expressions of interest are now open for Round 8 of the Stronger Communities Programme (SCP). The new round of the SCP aims to support communities in preparing and recovering from the widespread impacts of adverse weather events and current economic pressures.
Federal Member for Durack, The Hon Melissa Price, said more funding for Durack would help deliver the infrastructure and equipment that contribute to the vibrancy and viability of local communities.
“I have seen some great results in Durack from this funding program and I look forward to seeing the successful outcome for more Durack communities with this round” Ms Price said. “I strongly encourage interested organisations who require more information to visit my website or contact my office regarding projects important to them and our communities.
Grants from $2,500 up to $20,000 are available to cover up to 100 per cent of eligible project costs, or up to 50 per cent of eligible project costs for local governing bodies. The Stronger Communities Programme aims to support local jobs, grow local economies and deliver lasting infrastructure and much-needed equipment.
For more information on eligibility criteria, how to apply and programme guidelines visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/stronger-communities-programme-round-8#key-documents
Expressions of Interest close Tuesday 14 March 2023.
Letter to the Prime Minister regarding juvenile crime in Durack
PRICE SAYS WA MATTERS TOO
Earlier this week my letter below was hand delivered to the Prime Minister. In my letter I requested his help with the juvenile crime crisis happening here in regional WA-
The Hon Anthony Albanese MP
Prime Minister
PO Box 6022
House of Representatives
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600
Dear Prime Minister
DURACK – YOUTH CRIME
I am writing to you with regards to the towns and regions in my electorate of Durack who are suffering immensely from the impacts of juvenile crime, in particular, the Kimberley, the Pilbara and the town of Carnarvon. I am sure you are aware of the ongoing and unprecedented levels of crime these communities have been experiencing for some time now.
It is disappointing to learn that you do not intend to visit Carnarvon to see for yourself the impact crime is having on their community. I do note, however, that you intend to be in Port Hedland on the 20 and 21 February for a Cabinet meeting. I strongly encourage you and your Ministers, during this visit, to take the time to meet with relevant Pilbara organisations to discuss issues relating to juvenile crime.
Today I met with a collective of organisations known as Pilbara for Purpose (P4P), which includes but is not limited to: Pilbara Aboriginal Health Alliance, Youth Involvement Council, Salvation Army, Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation, Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service, and Robe River Kuruma Aboriginal Corporation. P4P members are also very concerned about the impact that youth crime is having on their Pilbara communities. P4P would like to discuss this with you and your Ministers when you visit Port Hedland. The contact for P4P is Karen Armstrong, who can be reached at pilbara4purpose@gmail.com.
I appreciate your recent visit to Alice Springs, however, this is not the only town in the north of Australia that is experiencing high rates of youth crime and domestic violence. I strongly believe the same level of attention that has been given to Alice Springs should be given to the Durack regions.
Although the State Government has responsibility for crime, the Federal Government invests significantly in youth diversionary programs. Prior to the last election I was working with Minister Ken Wyatt on the commencement of a review of this youth diversionary investment. If this work has not been initiated, the Federal Government needs to act now as this is something it can control.
Isolation is a way of life for many in Durack, however, due to unprecedented crime, fearful residents are now further isolated, bound within their own homes, too scared to leave.
In summary, I strongly urge you to please take the time to meet with representatives from P4P when in Port Hedland and urgently enact a review of the Federal Government’s investment in youth diversionary programs.
Yours sincerely
Hon Melissa Price MP
3 February 2023
The Visions of Australia Program Now Open
Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, encourages art and cultural organisations across the Durack electorate to apply for the Visions of Australia Program. The Visions of Australia Program provides funding to support the development and touring of quality exhibitions around Australia by Australian arts and cultural organisations.
“I encourage our exceptional local arts and cultural organisations to apply for this funding round” Melissa Price said. “Not only will this funding bring great arts and cultural heritage experiences to our community, it will also enable our local arts and cultural organisations to share our stories around Australia.”
The objectives of the Visions of Australia Program are to:
· increase access for Australian audiences to exhibitions of quality Australian arts and cultural material, with a particular focus on regional and remote Australia
· encourage partnerships between organisations such as museums and galleries, particularly collaboration across the collections sector, to form curatorial partnerships and where appropriate, access to mentoring and skills transfer opportunities.
Program funding is delivered through two streams:
· Development, which is for the costs of planning and producing an exhibition to tour. This includes research and design.
· Touring, which is for the costs to produce the exhibition and the costs to transport, install and dismantle the exhibition as well as deliver public programs.
Closing date for applications will be Friday 3 March 2023.
For more information and eligibility criteria visit the Australian Government’s GrantConnect website at https://www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUuid=bb968381-8bb8-42d8-9708-075b51db7c58
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Media Contact: Jackie Perry, 0427 587 395, jackie.perry@aph.gov.au
Critical Minerals Development Program
Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, encourages entities across the Durack electorate to apply for funding under the recently announced Critical Minerals Development Program (the program).
The program provides funding for projects producing or planning to produce critical mineral(s) listed in Australia’s Critical Minerals Strategy. This includes activities undertaken post-exploration and before final investment decision. The Critical Minerals Strategy is accessed through the Department of Industry, Science and Resources website at https://bit.ly/3kzu1ti
“My electorate of Durack is one of the richest areas in the world in relation to resourcing rare earth materials and critical minerals. Titanium, Graphite, Vanadium, Tungsten, the list goes on - are all accessible in our very own back yard. These important grants will go a long way towards helping our mining industry ensure they are extracting these minerals in the most sustainable and environmentally responsible way” Ms Price said.
Grants ranging from between $1,000,000 and $30,000,000 are available to eligible entities who are looking to promote economic development and jobs in regional communities, secure long term sustainable growth in the Australian critical minerals sector and lower risk associated with critical development activities.
The program also aims to support global transition to net-zero emissions by 2050 through the development of Australia’s critical mineral resources, workplace gender equality and opportunities for First Nations people.
Applications for the current funding round close Monday 20 February 2023.
To check your eligibility and access more information visit Grant Connect at https://bit.ly/3iPQPoi
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Naidoc Local Grants Opportunity
Federal Member for Durack, the Hon Melissa Price MP, welcomes the announcement of the NAIDOC Local Grants Opportunity round that will support events to be held as part of NAIDOC Week activities in 2023.
“The National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week is an annual celebration of the histories, rich cultures and ongoing contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,” said Ms Price.
“I’m thrilled to announce the support for community organisations to hold local NAIDOC Week events right across the electorate, stretching from Kununurra in the north to Bullsbrook in the south and east across to Newman, with all towns in between.
NAIDOC Week will be held from 2 – 9 July, and this year’s National NAIDOC Week theme is ‘For our Elders’, a theme which celebrates Elders as a fundamental part of Indigenous communities.
“I encourage all members of the community to attend a local event to celebrate and learn more about the culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples celebrating the oldest continuing culture in the world.”
Local events have a significant role in educating and celebrating NAIDOC week each year including sporting events, cultural showcases and school activities.
Applications close on 17 February 2023.
To check your eligibility and apply for funding visit Grant Connect - https://bit.ly/3Xt55lw
To find out more about NAIDOC Week, visit https://www.naidoc.org.au/
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Media Contact: Jackie Perry 0427 587 395, jackie.perry@aph.gov.au
Safe and Together Communities Grant Program
Federal Member for Durack, Melissa Price, encourages community organisations across the Durack electorate to apply for a grant under the Safe and Together Community Grants Program.
The program will enable communities and organisations to deliver activities and programs to support, at the earliest possible stage, individuals who may be vulnerable to developing extremist views and behaviours.
Three categories of activities will be considered for funding:
• activities that empower communities and families to engage with vulnerable young people
• activities that strengthen the Australian community’s broader awareness of and resistance to extremisms
• activities that support individuals and their families who are successfully disengaging from extremist views.
“I believe extremism is defined as ‘a willingness to use unlawful violence or support the use of violence by others to promote a political, ideological, or religious goal’.” Melissa Price said. “Grants such as these can help communities ensure that our vulnerable young people are referred to appropriate support programs at an early stage, to reduce the risk of them becoming involved with extremism.”
Applications for the funding round close Thursday 12 January 2023.
For more information on eligibility and how to apply visit GrantConnect at www.grants.gov.au.
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Jackie Perry 0427 587 395, jackie.perry@aph.gov.au
Op Ed - Labor's Energy Relief Price Plan
*Published in the West Australian, 17 December 2022
It’s economics 101. If you want to lower the price of goods or services, you increase supply higher than the demand from consumers. It’s an economic principal that even high school students can appreciate.
Labor’s Energy Relief Price Plan has left many scratching their heads as to how exactly this legislation will lower energy prices. The Bill only passed yesterday and already industry is ceasing talks about new investments that would have seen an increase in our domestic supply of gas.
During these uncertain times it is crucial that we keep all of our energy options on the table, old and new, to ensure we can keep power prices down and firm up our sovereign capabilities.
Labor, on the other hand, are hellbent on scrapping any form of energy that isn’t generated by renewables. This is ideology over sensible policy and Australians will be the ones to pay from this colossal misstep.
Renewable energy plays an important part in our energy mix, and I look forward to seeing it play an increasingly more important role as the technology matures. But until then, limiting our supply in gas or coal will only hurt already struggling Australians by driving up the cost of energy.
Further to hindering future investment in gas, Labor’s Energy Relief Price Plan is just bad policy. Plain and simple. It leaves more questions than it provides answers. Closer to home, the McGowan Government will need coal from Newcastle to keep our lights on over the summer period. Another failure in energy policy.
Here in Western Australia, we are still unsure as to whether the gas cap or the targeted cost of living relief will even apply to us. The PM himself said at a press conference last week that WA’s share of the $1.5 billion relief package will be different from other states, given our domestic gas reservation policy.
We don’t know who will receive assistance, how much they will receive and through what mechanism they will receive it. With National Cabinet not set to make a decision on the relief package share until next March, it is clear that Labor have no answers for Western Australians as to how they will help them get through this difficult period.
What we do know is that Western Australian families are struggling with the rising cost-of-living NOW. Labor have promised us that we’ll be $230 better off on our electricity bills because of this legislation, but why should they be believed? They’ve already broken one election promise when they sold the Australian people on the idea that under Labor they would be $275 better off on their electricity bills.
As for the gas cap? It is not clear as to whether WA will be included as a ‘target market’ as set out by the legislation. The consultation paper on the Treasury website says the Western Australian gas market will be excluded from the price cap. Yet, there are two clauses of the primary legislation that directly conflict with each other which puts this claim into doubt.
Even if WA is excluded from the price cap, this brings about the possibility of constitutional challenges that may lead to legal action against the government. This is just messy.
If the process around the bill hadn’t been a chaotic mess from start to finish, and if Labor had actually taken the time to consult with industry and key stakeholders, these issues may have been worked through BEFORE passing through Parliament.
Instead, we are now left scrambling to figure out exactly how this legislation will provide relief and drive down the cost of electricity without destroying new investment in our domestic gas supply.
It is clear that Labor have really cooked the books on this one. I can assure you it wasn’t using gas.