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Full Story Parliament is back: how much for the long lunch?
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Feb 5, 2025 Dan Jervis-Bardy, a seasoned political reporter for Guardian Australia in Canberra, dives into the heated discussions awaiting Parliament's return. With the cost of living dominating conversations, he highlights the government's battle against the Coalition's tax-free lunch proposal. Jervis-Bardy discusses rising anti-Semitism in Australia, the urgent need for gambling reform, and potential election-year dynamics. The complexities of political negotiations and the push for electoral transparency are also crucial topics as both sides grapple with pressing societal challenges.
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Cost of Living Dominates Election
- Cost of living is a dominant issue in the upcoming election.
- Voters feel the impact of rising costs, making it a central political debate.
Tax-Free Lunches Controversy
- The Coalition's tax-free lunch policy for small businesses has been criticized.
- Labor calls it "long lunches for bosses" and estimates high costs, causing political debate.
Hate Speech Bill Debate
- A hate speech bill is being debated, aiming to criminalize threats against specific groups.
- Recent anti-Semitic attacks have added urgency to its passage.