Politics

Coalition backs remote work for increased productivity

Coalition shifts stance, supports working from home to boost productivity and embrace AI, prioritising flexibility and deregulation.

Published

8 months ago

June 3, 2025

Ahron Young

Coalition shifts stance, supports working from home to boost productivity and embrace AI, prioritising flexibility and deregulation.

In Short:
The Coalition now supports remote work to boost productivity, a change from Peter Dutton’s earlier position. Opposition spokesman Andrew Bragg aims to address barriers to working from home, acknowledging its benefits for the economy and job satisfaction.

The Coalition will support removing barriers to working from home to enhance productivity, a significant shift from Peter Dutton’s previous stance during the election.

Opposition spokesman Andrew Bragg stated that the Coalition aims to promote working-from-home arrangements to create a more dynamic economy. His comments follow a trend among senior MPs who have acknowledged the mistake of advocating a ban on remote work for federal public servants.

Bragg’s commitment to championing working from home coincides with considerations by the Fair Work Commission and increased pressure from some employers for staff to spend more time in the office. He endorsed a recent Productivity Commission report highlighting the benefits of working from home for productivity and job satisfaction.

Promote flexibility

Bragg emphasised the importance of identifying and addressing barriers to effective remote work. He expressed a desire to promote flexibility in the workforce, noting that working from home often supports productivity.

Meanwhile, Dutton abandoned his previous policy requiring public servants to work onsite, attributing the shift to voter misunderstandings regarding its applicability to the private sector.

Bragg will collaborate with Tim Wilson, the new industrial relations and small business spokesman, on a workplace strategy embracing the benefits of artificial intelligence. Bragg advocated for a balanced regulatory approach, viewing AI as a potential driver of productivity rather than a risk.

Politics

Liberal Party turmoil sparks coalition decline and One Nation surge

The Liberal Party faces internal crisis as One Nation gains support; political experts discuss implications and necessary reforms.

Published

21 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

The Liberal Party faces internal crisis as One Nation gains support; political experts discuss implications and necessary reforms.

The Liberal Party is in crisis as internal conflicts and controversies shake the Coalition’s stability. Political analysts warn that these events could have long-lasting effects on Australia’s political landscape.

One Nation is seizing the moment, gaining momentum as voter confidence in the Liberals weakens. The party’s leadership struggles and public perception challenges highlight a growing political shift in the country.

Professor Chris Berg from RMIT University joins Ticker to explain the drama, public reactions, and lessons the Liberal Party must learn to restore unity and prevent further decline.

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Politics

Sussan Ley vows to stay on as Coalition tensions escalate

Sussan Ley remains confident as Liberal leader, focusing on accountability while leaving the door open for Coalition talks.

Published

2 weeks ago

January 23, 2026

Ahron Young

Sussan Ley remains confident as Liberal leader, focusing on accountability while leaving the door open for Coalition talks.

Sussan Ley says she has the backing to remain Liberal leader despite the Nationals refusing to rejoin the Coalition under her leadership.

She insists her focus is on holding the government to account while keeping the door open for future talks.

Politics

Nationals split from Coalition over Sussan Ley’s leadership

Nationals Leader David Littleproud announces split from Coalition, criticising Sussan Ley’s leadership and approach to Labor’s legislation

Published

2 weeks ago

January 22, 2026

Ahron Young

Nationals Leader David Littleproud announces split from Coalition, criticising Sussan Ley’s leadership and approach to Labor’s legislation

In Short:
– Nationals Leader David Littleproud announced separation from the Coalition, citing Sussan Ley’s mismanagement of legislation.
– The entire Nationals frontbench resigned, refusing to serve under Ley’s leadership.

Nationals Leader David Littleproud announced his party’s decision to separate from the Coalition, citing mismanagement of Labor’s antisemitism legislation by Opposition Leader Sussan Ley.

He described the Coalition’s current position as “untenable” and stated that the party has chosen to “sit by ourselves.”Littleproud’s comments follow the resignation of the Nationals’ entire frontbench from the shadow cabinet. He indicated that Ley had ignored their resignations and expressed that they could not serve under her leadership.

Littleproud emphasised the breakdown in respect and decision-making within the Coalition, stating, “no one was prepared to serve in a Sussan Ley ministry.” He also noted opportunities for resolution were provided but ultimately disregarded by Ley.

The sentiment within the party was clear; they refuse to allow three of their senators to be scapegoated.

Future Coalition

Littleproud dismissed suggestions from former Prime Minister John Howard regarding party rules, asserting that making exceptions for the three dissenting senators would create issues.

He maintained that their action reflects the party’s values and commitment to integrity within their ranks.