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Was this man (a) crazy; (b) a delusional megalomaniac or (c) just a very ‘loose unit’?

Scott Morrison’s ministry collecting ways highlights what a loose unit he was as prime minister, and reinforces why we need to review the pandemic response.

The New Daily

Scott Morrison’s ministerial meshuffle: why did he do it, what was happening and where to now?

Who else knew? What powers did Morrison exercise in the portfolios? And did he break any laws?

The Guardian - AU

Simon Birmingham unclear on whether he shared finance portfolio with Scott Morrison

Former government frontbencher Simon Birmingham says he remains less than "100 per cent" clear on the extent of the overlap in the role of finance minister, after revelations the former prime minister secretly appointed himself to several portfolios.

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‘We had to stop him from swearing himself in as Australian of the Year’: Grace Tame leads the charge against ex-PM

We thought we were done dunking on the former prime minister, but then he goes and reels us back in…

Crikey

Coalition MPs finally discover a political norm they don’t like being trashed

How did it take Coalition MPs so long to work out Scott Morrison couldn’t be trusted with political norms and conventions?

Crikey

Andrew Hastie says the Coalition commissioned up to 70 ships when last in government, while Labor commissioned none. Is that correct?

Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie says the Coalition commissioned up to 70 ships when last in government, and that Labor commissioned none. Is that correct? RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

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Get set to pay more at the GP as doctors warn bulk-billing system will collapse without major Medicare overhaul

GPs are warning that your days of finding a bulk-billing doctor could be numbered, with some arguing that without a major injection of Medicare funding they will be forced to charge patients hefty out-of-pocket fees.

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War of words between NSW ministers proves a political distraction in Macquarie Street

Analysis: As questions are asked of Labor, David Elliott and Matt Kean were busy criticising each other

The Guardian - AU

Justification for Morrison power grab total nonsense, says expert, as scandal spreads

Canberra was shocked by original reports that Mr Morrison took over the finance and health and, later, energy portfolios at the peak of COVID.

The New Daily

The secrecy factor is telling in Scott Morrison’s alleged ministerial portfolio grabs

If there was a compelling justification for this strange arrangement, why wasn’t it revealed to the public at the time?

The Guardian - AU

No, Labor can’t afford to ditch stage three tax cuts

Ditching the stage three tax cuts would be a disaster for Labor and a welcome fillip for a divided opposition.

Crikey

Australia has a steep hill to climb on electric cars – but if ever there was a time, it’s now

Consumers say yes, the numbers add up, industry is largely on board and Labor has no policy hang-ups. This week could be the turning point

The Guardian - AU

Labor vows to prioritise Australian jobs as it eyes migration boost

Annual intake could potentially rise from 160,000 to up to 200,000 places as businesses cry out for skilled workers

The Guardian - AU

Nationals leader says party must rebuild trust with women but rejects quotas

David Littleproud says regional Australians should be considered at Labor’s jobs summit as he outlines vision to party faithful

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The Guardian - AU

Was Lidia Thorpe’s one-fisted pledge a warning shot for a new kind of politics?

Many hope the Albanese government ushers in a kinder, gentler parliament – but civility be damned if it doesn’t change things for the better

The Guardian - AU

The Peter FitzSimons interview with Jacinta Price that sparked a week-long culture war

A Nine newspapers piece becomes a gift that keeps on giving for the Australian. Plus: small win for ABC archivists

Crikey

Peter Dutton leads a Liberal Party stranded on the wrong side of history — and must face up to it

There’s been a fundamental change in government in Australia: it’s about active and engaged government, not shrinking government away. Peter Dutton needs to understand that.

Crikey

Homeowner or renter? Your answer could reveal how you vote

Despite the political pundits’ theories, voting patterns are more focused on asset ownership — particularly home ownership — than income.

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The Guardian - AU

Why is my doctor no longer bulk billing and is Medicare in crisis?

Increasingly, GPs in Australia say the amount they are reimbursed is not enough to cover expenses, and they have little option but to pass costs on to patients

The New Daily

Royal commission takes aim at Morrison government over ‘dereliction of duty’

An interim report from a Royal Commission into veterans suicide says the previous government failed its duty to servicemen and women.

The New Daily

Michael Pascoe: No, the federal Liberal Party doesn’t give a stuff about Australia

The signs were there the Dutton-led Coalition was going down the Abbott path of total opposition, having learned nothing from having its heartland blitzed.

ABC News

The rising cost of living and global economic uncertainty mean older Australians such as Brett are delaying retirement

When Brett Clements got his first job at 15, he dreamed that, if he worked hard, he would be able to enjoy the fruits of his labour and retire at 40, but it wasn't to be.

The Guardian - AU

NSW agent general to UK approved ad attacking Labor tax policy before 2019 election

Exclusive: In former role leading NSW Business Chamber, Stephen Cartwright approved campaign targeting a business policy in three key seats

The New Daily

Nationals to attend jobs summit, but no consensus yet on being inside the tent

David Littleproud calls it an inside the tent/outside the tent dilemma. Last week the Nationals leader and his colleagues chose outside. They voted

The Conversation

Who's holding back electric cars in Australia? We've long known the answer – and it's time to clear the road

New analysis this week found strong fuel efficiency standards would have saved Australia A$5.9 billion in fuel costs and emissions equal to a year’s worth of domestic flights if the policy was adopted in 2015.

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