I consider Keir Starmer a friend and I'm thinking of him on what must be a very tough day.
Serving in public life is a tremendous privilege but politics can also be a harsh business.
When the time comes for Keir to leave Downing Street, he can be proud of the contribution he has made to the country he loves and to the Labour Party that he led back to Government in 2024.
Today the Prime Minister convened National Cabinet for the sixth time since the conflict in the Middle East began.
At today’s meeting Energy Minister Chris Bowen and Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator Anthea Harris provided an update on Australia’s fuel security.
Australia’s fuel supply outlook remains secure in the near term, however we are working hard to prepare for contingencies in the event of supply disruptions in fuel and fertiliser.
The Albanese Government has announced the nation’s largest ever defence export, with the signing of a government-to-government arrangement with Canada to export an Australian Over the Horizon Radar (OTHR) system.
This $2.5 billion agreement marks the first international sale of Australia’s world-leading OTHR technology, building on the proven success of the Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) while supporting hundreds of Australian industry jobs.
KIERAN GILBERT: Prime Minister, thanks for your time. So, why have you made this call to continue the fuel excise relief?
The Albanese Government will extend fuel excise relief for another month, making petrol and diesel 16 cents per litre cheaper versus normal prices for July, saving Australians around $11 per tank.
This is more temporary support that will help take the sting out of petrol prices and help Australians with the cost of living.
In addition, the Albanese Government will reduce the Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge by 16 cents for the same period to help truckies keep Australia moving.
ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. Can I begin by acknowledging the bravery of the Socceroos, and they certainly gave everything on the field there in Seattle, and I'm sure I speak on behalf of all Australians. When we say we're proud of you, we look forward to the game against Paraguay, and to us qualifying through to the next round. So, to Tony Popovic and all the Socceroos, well done.
ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. On Budget Night we foreshadowed planned consultation on our tax changes with small businesses and startups. And today we're announcing the next steps in the implementation details. This Budget, of course, delivers more tax cuts for every working Australian a fair crack at buying your own home for first home buyers. An economy that works for Australians, for small business and for future generations.
The Albanese Government is today announcing further implementation details for its tax reform package, following an intensive first round of post-Budget consultation.
Our tax reforms are all about making it easier for Australians to buy their first home, cutting taxes for workers, and better aligning the tax treatment of labour and asset income, and this is reflected in the core legislation before the Senate.
CASSANDRA FERNANDO, MEMBER FOR HOLT: It's great to be here at Goodstart Early Learning Centre in Hampton Park in the heart of my electorate. I'm honoured to be here today with the Prime Minister of Australia and Minister Clare and Minister Walsh. Holt is one of the youngest electorates in the country. It is where people come here to start their families, buy their first homes. It is a welcoming community. And by saying that, now I would like to welcome the Prime Minister to talk more about the announcement today.
Every day early educators help children learn, grow and get ready for school.
It’s one of the most important jobs in the country and they should be paid fairly for that work.
That’s why the Albanese Government funded a 15 per cent pay rise for Early Education and Care Workers.
Today, the Albanese Government is investing a further $3.6 billion over the next two years to lock in this historic 15 per cent pay rise for early childhood educators.