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ADF, ADF vs Ex MPs

As a new defence chief comes in, Australia must focus its attention on its neighbours

Abbott’s ABC Tax Cuts destroyed Radio Australia’s over 75 year connection with the Pacific. Now there’s a need to reverse his decision at greater cost.

Beyond such environmental challenges, the prospect of increased power contestation is focusing the minds of security policymakers on the importance of bolstering ties in places like Vanuatu, Tonga and Fiji. Partly in response, the Pacific patrol boat program is being revamped. Australia is supplying a fleet of new patrol boats with associated training, logistics and other related support included.

via As a new defence chief comes in, Australia must focus its attention on its neighbours

ADF vs Ex MPs, No reduction protest, Politician self-interest

Cut ADF wages but fight yes fight for ‘Gold Card’ Perks for former MP’s. Simply Cut Perks for Former MP’s. In the interest of justice!
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Parliamentary entitlements: Former MPs fight to keep lifetime ‘gold pass’ travel perks

Former federal MPs are fighting to keep hold of their lifetime “gold pass” travel perks, warning of a High Court challenge if the Government pushes ahead with changes.

The Association of Former MPs warns that retrospectively stripping members of that entitlement would be unconstitutional, because it amounts to “unjust” acquisition of property.

Labor backs moves to abolish pass another bipartisan move. So so unlike  Abbott in opposition. So unlike Abbott tearing down the house.