Politics Now Is the government taxing information?
Sep 3, 2025
Raf Epstein, a prominent ABC Radio Melbourne host, joins Patricia Karvelas to tackle pressing issues like the government's controversial changes to Freedom of Information laws, which some argue threaten transparency. They dive into the dire consequences of delayed aged care reforms highlighted by heartbreaking personal stories. The discussion also touches on the rise of neo-Nazism in Australia and the political implications of migration-related protests, emphasizing the need for accountability and open dialogue in national discourse.
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Parliamentary Scrutiny Forces Accountability
- Parliament scrutiny amplified pressure on government over delayed aged care rollout.
- MPs used focused tactics to expose weak points in a junior minister's handling.
Listeners Quitting Work To Care For Parents
- Two callers quit jobs to care for elderly parents waiting for assessments.
- Their stories illustrated human cost of long waits for home care services.
Aged Care Demand Outpaced The System
- Home care demand has surged, doubling recipients in the decade and swelling assessments.
- Rapid growth made the program unwieldy and contributed to rollout delays and funding strains.