Federal election 2025: Coalition jettisons plan to stop public servants working from home

out of the summary. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed the media in Wallan, Victoria, on a "fantastic day" to criticize opponent Peter Dutton's work from home policy. Despite the financial crisis affecting Australian companies, Albanese focused on attacking Dutton rather than providing reassurance to voters. The lack of substantive discussion on important issues has left Australians feeling disillusioned with political leaders who prioritize gimmicks over addressing critical concerns. Full Article

King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the Colosseum and Roman Forum on the second day of their state visit to Italy, strengthening UK-Italy ties. Charles, undergoing cancer treatment, watched a joint flypast with Italian President Mattarella, while children waved UK flags. The couple also visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and will meet with the Prime Minister and attend a state banquet to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary. Full Article

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced that Ukrainian forces have captured two Chinese men fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine, suggesting that there may be more Chinese citizens involved. While China is a close ally of Russia, it is not known to have directly aided in the invasion. Zelenskiy hopes the capture will prompt the US to take a tougher stance on Russia, as the conflict continues to escalate. Full Article

Bentley has introduced a new High Performance V8 plug-in hybrid drivetrain for the Continental GT and Flying Spur models, offering 500kW and 930Nm of power. Performance is slightly reduced compared to the Ultra Performance variant, with 0-100km/h times of 3.7s for the coupe and 3.9s for the convertible and sedan. The new High Performance models come with increased electric-only range and are available in the UK, Europe, and the US, with Australian availability yet to...

If elected, the Coalition government plans to establish a $1 billion gas war chest to cut household energy bills by 3%, with Peter Dutton unveiling the gas reservation policy at the Sky News leaders' debate. The National Gas Plan includes measures like an East Coast Gas Reservation scheme, increased gas supply, and reduced wholesale prices by 23%, benefiting both households and industries. The plan aims to enhance energy security, encourage long-term gas contracting, and support...

Peter Dutton has unveiled a gas plan aimed at reducing residential gas bills by 7%, with an estimated $14 quarterly savings for average users, while industrial customers would see a 15% decrease. The plan involves redirecting more gas to the Australian market, with additional measures to increase supply and fast-track approvals. The policy also includes a focus on renewables and nuclear power for a more balanced energy mix, as highlighted during the recent leaders' debate....