Politics Now

It's been a massive week in politics both in and outside of parliament.
Labor is set to pass its negative gearing and capital gains tax budget changes with the support of the Greens, granting only minor concessions in exchange.
Meanwhile, the terms monoculture and multicultural have echoed through the chambers of parliament this week. Opposition leader Angus Taylor found himself in hot water after side-stepping a series of questions about his support for the ideas.
But he's not the only politician having to do some clean up, with One Nation leader Pauline Hanson declaring the Socceroos are actually an example of mono-culturalism, to some raised eyebrows in the Senate.
And the idea of a so-called teal party has become a reality, but while Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender have launched Community Strong, how will it actually work?
Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly are joined by David Speers on The Party Room.
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Opposition leader Angus Taylor has tried to mop-up, after avoiding a series of questions about his support for multiculturalism. But has he made things any clearer?
And right after the Labor-Greens deal to pass budget tax changes, the Coalition have offered the Albanese Government a pathway to pass its NDIS overhaul this fortnight.
As Clare tells PK, the move is "tidy politicking" from Liberal Senator Jonno Duniam — as the Government already agreed to an eight-week inquiry into the NDIS in exchange for Greens support on tax changes.
Patricia Karvelas and Clare Armstrong break it all down on Politics Now.
Read Clare's piece here Tax experts and self-managed super funds criticise Labor–Greens deal as 'policy on the run'
Listen to ABC Business Daily here An inflationary mixed bag
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The Albanese Government has secured the support of the Greens to pass its capital gains tax and negative gearing changes, but not without some concessions.
While it's welcome news for Labor, will the extended NDIS inquiry present a "political headache" in the months ahead?
Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation. So, what lessons are there for the Albanese government here at home?
Patricia Karvelas and Raf Epstein break it all down on Politics Now.
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Parliament is back for the final sitting fortnight before the mid-winter break. The Albanese Government is eager to pass its key budget measures, but will the Greens waive through tax reforms in exchange for an extended NDIS inquiry?
Meanwhile, Anthony Albanese has convened a virtual nation cabinet to discuss fuel security, as the Government winds down its fuel excise cut. But as global turbulence continues, the PM hasn't ruled out a further extension if needed.
Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber break it all down on Politics Now.
Read PK's analysis here - Concerns over AI and data centres a dangerous force Labor must confrontRead Jacob's analysis here - Hanson's bulldozer moment could be a sign of new promiscuity in donor politics
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The federal government has backed down on its budget tax changes, announcing larger concessions for small business and carve outs for startups.  
Chief Executive of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Andrew McKellar told David Speers the reforms resemble a “freak show”.