US EditionPeter Dutton promises $6 billion 12-month halving of petrol and diesel excise
- Peter Dutton has proposed to temporarily halve the fuel excise from 50.8 cents to 25.4 cents per litre for one year, costing $6 billion in tax revenue.
- Dutton criticized the Labor government's tax cuts, labeling them as a 'cruel hoax' that delays benefits, while he highlighted plans to dismantle Labor's energy policies and proposed new infrastructure efforts.
- Dutton detailed plans to invest $1 billion in expanding gas pipelines and storage, aiming to reduce energy prices in Australia.
- He claims the Coalition would reduce wholesale gas prices and has promised to build seven nuclear power plants by 2035, pending the repeal of current bans.
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A former detective who's hawkish on China will lead Australia's conservatives into an election
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australia's conservative opposition leader Peter Dutton is a former police detective who gained a reputation during his years in government for his tough stance on border security and as a vocal critic of China.
Gas reserve, quick approvals heart of Dutton power plan
The coalition’s plan will prioritise domestic gas supply and reduce power prices, Peter Dutton says. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS) By Kat Wong and Dominic Giannini in Canberra Australians are being promised cheaper electricity bills as a result of more gas being pumped into the energy grid, as Peter Dutton sets up an election fight over the cost of living. The opposition leader outlined his vision for the country in his budget reply speech, including…
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