Rudd possesses expertise in abundance. But he’ll have to make sure he refits his style to what can be the restraining corset of the job of ambassador, writes MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Under a four-part package announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese after Friday’s national cabinet, the assistance will be built into households’ bills rather than being a cash handout, writes MICHELLE GRATTAN.
That makes it imperative to get as much common ground as possible on the Voice, even under the umbrella of divided views on whether we should have it, writes MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Albanese said experience showed when people directly affected by an issue were consulted and had a sense of ownership over solutions, “they will be more engaged”, writes MICHELLE GRATTAN.
If the motion is passed, as is certain given the government’s majority, it will be the first time since federation there has been a successful censure by the house against a former PM, writes MICHELLE GRATTAN.