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The Morrison Government is rushing retrospective amendments into Parliament for the ‘Political Campaigners’ bill. These changes represent a concerted attack on charities, our democracy, and the right to advocate for positive change. The irony of legislation that is supposedly aimed at increasing transparency having no transparency itself seems completely lost on the Government. It's critical these amendments be blocked in the Senate. Ebony Bennett, deputy director of the Australia Institute, exp
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The Morrison Government is rushing retrospective amendments into Parliament for the ‘Political Campaigners’ bill. These changes represent a concerted attack on charities, our democracy, and the right to advocate for positive change. The irony of legislation that is supposedly aimed at increasing transparency having no transparency itself seems completely lost on the Government. It's critical these amendments be blocked in the Senate. Ebony Bennett, deputy director of the Australia Institute, exp
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The government is proposing changes to our elections that would: ❗️Allow political parties to work around spending caps; ❗️Disproportionately favour major parties; and ❗️Fail to address truth in political advertising laws so voters can continue to be lied to. ❗️Increase taxpayer funding to incumbents and major parties What’s more, they’re trying to rush it through parliament this week to avoid proper scrutiny. | The Australia Institute
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The government is proposing changes to our elections that would: ❗️Allow political parties to work around spending caps; ❗️Disproportionately favour major parties; and ❗️Fail to address truth in political advertising laws so voters can continue to be lied to. ❗️Increase taxpayer funding to incumbents and major parties What’s more, they’re trying to rush it through parliament this week to avoid proper scrutiny. | The Australia Institute
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New Australia Institute research shows both Yes and No voters overwhelmingly support truth in political advertising laws. "A majority of people were concerned about the level of lies and disinformation during the referendum campaign." Deputy Directory Ebony Bennett on ABC News Breakfast Add your name to our petition to introduce Truth in Political Advertising Laws before the next election ✍️ https://nb.australiainstitute.org.au/truth_in_political_advertising_before_next_election | The Australia
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New Australia Institute research shows both Yes and No voters overwhelmingly support truth in political advertising laws. "A majority of people were concerned about the level of lies and disinformation during the referendum campaign." Deputy Directory Ebony Bennett on ABC News Breakfast Add your name to our petition to introduce Truth in Political Advertising Laws before the next election ✍️ https://nb.australiainstitute.org.au/truth_in_political_advertising_before_next_election | The Australia
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The majority of Australians now support a more independent foreign policy, according to new Australia Institute polling. "Australians are really concerned about what's happening in the US." "I think it's a direct response to Trump & what he is doing," says Dr Emma Shortis on the latest episode of After America. Listen to it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. | The Australia Institute
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The majority of Australians now support a more independent foreign policy, according to new Australia Institute polling. "Australians are really concerned about what's happening in the US." "I think it's a direct response to Trump & what he is doing," says Dr Emma Shortis on the latest episode of After America. Listen to it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. | The Australia Institute
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Contrary to claims by federal and state government ministers that new dams are not being built in Australia, The Australia Institute's research shows 20 to 30 large new dams have been recently constructed, funded at least in part by the taxpayer. "They are all for private use -- and we're talking tens and possibly hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars that have gone into subsidising these new dams," says Maryanne Slattery, senior water reseacher at The Australia Institute. The reason politici
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Contrary to claims by federal and state government ministers that new dams are not being built in Australia, The Australia Institute's research shows 20 to 30 large new dams have been recently constructed, funded at least in part by the taxpayer. "They are all for private use -- and we're talking tens and possibly hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars that have gone into subsidising these new dams," says Maryanne Slattery, senior water reseacher at The Australia Institute. The reason politici
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The Government is trying to push through changes that will weaken our environment laws. This is the same Government that changed environment laws to protect the toxic salmon industry, and continues to approve fossil fuels for decades to come. We call on the Federal Parliament to reject these changes and strengthen - not weaken - Australia's environment laws. Add your name to the petition✍️ https://nb.australiainstitute.org.au/dont_gut_environment_laws | The Australia Institute
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In a world of uncertainty, it is more important than ever for Australia to stop dismissing ourselves as a ‘middle power’ and start exerting our influence on the global stage. On this episode, Allan Behm joins Paul Barclay to discuss Australia’s diplomatic strategy of ‘pre-emptive capitulation’, America’s international bullying and how Australia should use its unrecognised national power. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. https://australiainstitute.org.au/post/australia-has-power-why
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Australia Institute research shows 9 in 10 Australians want Parliament to pass truth in political advertising laws. Regulating the truth is not impossible. We already do it. Australian consumer law requires truth trade and commerce. South Australia has had truth in political advertising laws since the 1980s. Enough is enough. Australia needs truth in political advertising laws. Add your name > https://theaus.in/truth_politicalads | The Australia Institute
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Australia Institute research shows the government's proposed FOI changes could cover up the next Robodebt. But this latest attempt for more secrecy has faced massive backlash – from the public, democracy experts, crossbenchers and even the Coalition. Join 8,000 Australians and sign the petition demanding an end to government secrecy. | The Australia Institute
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“Why did these well supported campaigns from the political right have little effect? Put simply, a majority of voters value public broadcasting. "A poll from the Australia Institute revealed considerable support for the ABC in key liberal seats in NSW facing a challenge from independents. “There is little doubt that poll would have played a part in the Government’s decision.” Paul Barry from ABC Media Watch, reporting on the Morrison Government announcement that there will be no further cuts to
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Thanks to donations from hundreds of Australia Institute supporters we were able to produce this tv ad promoting our research, airing on television from today. Enough is enough. We need a Federal anti-corruption watchdog with teeth. Help make it happen. Add your voice > http://theaus.in/NatICAC | The Australia Institute
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New research from the Australia Institute reveals that Queenslanders have missed out on almost $400 million after Adani sold discounted coal to Indian companies. ‘It’s time Australian governments started charging for Australian resources and stopped giving them away for free.’ - Rod Campbell, Research Director That $400 million could have tripled the QLD’s $100 Back to School Boost payment for primary school students or paid for a year’s worth of free school lunches. For more information: https:
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The Government's changes to our environment laws fail to address the biggest threat to our environment - climate change caused by fossil fuels. 🔊Co-CEO Leanne Minshull The EPBC is a planning instrument and while this bill is stronger with the Greens’ amendments, it will not secure a safe climate and protect biodiversity. Read more ⤵️ https://australiainstitute.org.au/post/the-only-thing-that-can-save-the-environment-is-stopping-new-gas-and-coal/ Watch the full press conference 📺 https://youtu.
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Why is the Australian Government in such a rush to ensure the Pacific's support for its COP31 bid? "The quicker Australia locks this, the harder it is for Pacific countries to renege when Australia continues expanding its fossil fuel industry." 🔊 Listen to the latest ep of Follow the Money 'An Eventful Trip to Fiji' with Polly Hemming and Ebony Bennett. > https://omny.fm/shows/follow-the-money-au/an-eventful-trip-to-fiji | The Australia Institute
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Australia's status quo is bad for people, climate and economy. So we're changing it. Can you donate to the Australia Institute and power the research making Australia fairer? | The Australia Institute
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The mining lobby wants Australia’s new environment laws rushed through before Christmas to fast-track new coal and gas approvals. Australia Institute research shows that there are already 94 new fossil fuel projects in development – and weak laws could greenlight more. Tell the Government not to cave to the pressure. 💪 Join 9,000 Australians – sign the petition now for strong laws that 🛑 stop new coal and gas. | The Australia Institute
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BREAKING: Taxpayers to pay Chevron's $500m clean-up bill After causing an environmental contamination disaster in WA, oil and gas giant Chevron will receive half a billion in public dollars to clean it up. Australia Institute research reveals not only do gas companies take Australian gas for free, but they drive up energy prices. Now, they won't even clean up their own mess. Enough is enough. ✍️Sign the petition to hold gas corporations accountable and pay their fair share. | The Australia Insti
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"In the longer term, it's going to be really important for the Government to be upfront about the reconstruction period and take into consideration what's going to deliver the most benefit to society," said Ebony Bennett, deputy director at The Australia Institute, on Sky News Australia. "That's going to include questions like: which are the most labour-intensive industries that Government can support, which involve the most local supply chains and which are going to deliver the most long-lastin
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Australian gas policies have allowed the foreign-owned gas industry to siphon billions overseas away from Australian households and businesses. Climate & Energy Principal Advisor Mark Ogge unpacked the outrageous situation to Graeme Goodings on FIVEAA. Australia Institute analysis shows the ACTU proposal for a 25% tax on gas exports would end the gas shortages being engineered by the gas industry, cut gas prices, and deliver $12.5 billion a year in revenue. Read more ⤵️ https://australiainstitut
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For 10 years, Energy Australia has been selling coal and gas fired electricity on the claim that it's "carbon neutral". Those claims were based on the use of 'carbon offsets', which have been shown to not really be offsetting emissions at all. Energy Australia has since walked back the "carbon neutral" claim, but "what's really concerning here is that it's the Australian Government that's been giving the tick of approval to these offsets." Richard Denniss joined Sky News to explain. | The Austra
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It can take up to 18 months after an election before we hear about where political donations came from. Even then, there are many that we never hear about. "We should have real-time disclosure, so we find out about donations when they're made, and better disclosures, more information about the money that slips through the cracks." said Bill Browne, director of the Australia Institute's Democracy & Accountability Program. | The Australia Institute
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The slow death of newspapers in Australia has led to a plunge in media diversity and local storytelling, research by The Australia Institute has found. When newspapers began shutting down in big numbers a decade ago, it was hoped that moving online would broaden news diversity and ownership. Sadly, the opposite has happened. Stephen Long joined ABC Darwin to discuss. Listen to the full discussion here, starting at 09:25. https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/darwin-afternoons/afternoons/1051201
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Our governments are already caving in to pressure from the gas industry to export our domestic gas reserves. 90% of WA's gas is exported or used for export. We don't have a gas shortage problem, we have a gas export problem. For more info ⤵️ https://australiainstitute.org.au/post/wa-and-federal-governments-allowing-woodside-to-export-large-amounts-of-was-domestic-gas-reserves/ | The Australia Institute
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What happens when Australia chooses courage? "A Time for Bravery" is a powerful new anthology from leading thinkers and changemakers who dare to imagine a more courageous Australia. With essays from Yanis Varoufakis, Senator Fatima Payman, John Hewson, Dr Sophie Scamps, Ben Quilty, Fr Frank Brennan, Amy Remeikis, Barrie Cassidy, Craig Foster and more — this is a must-have for anyone who cares about Australia's future. 🎄Order now to guarantee delivery in time for Christmas. | The Australia Insti
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NBC is reporting 'high level conversations' happening in the White House about how Trump might invoke the Insurrection Act, to deploy the military inside the US to use for law enforcement. This and more on the upcoming episode of After America with Dr Emma Shortis. Listen here, or wherever you get your podcasts ⤵️ https://australiainstitute.org.au/news/category/podcasts/after-america/ | The Australia Institute
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"What this Bill would do is make it harder and more expensive for Australians to get information from the government." "FOI is not perfect, but this bill would make its issues much, much worse." Australia Institute Researcher Skye Predevac explains the issues with proposed changes to FOI at the Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Legislation Committee. For more info⤵️ https://australiainstitute.org.au/post/governments-foi-changes-could-cover-up-the-next-robodebt-new-research/ | The Australia
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"We're one of the biggest gas exporters in the world, and we get next to nothing for offshore LNG. That should be on the table." Climate change should be front and centre at this week's Economic Roundtable says Senator David Pocock, and we couldn't agree more! New Australia Institute analysis shows that climate change and productivity are inextricably linked. Any genuine economic plan for the future would be incomplete without taking into account the impact of climate change. Read more ⤵️ https:
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