Coalition's Climate Strategy Exposed
Conservative MPs Dan Tehan and Sussan Ley are leading efforts to ensure coalition members maintain consistent messaging regarding their recent abandonment of net zero emissions targets, according to leaked documents. The internal talking points instruct MPs to argue that this significant policy reversal remains 'entirely consistent' with Australia's obligations under the Paris climate agreement, despite apparent contradictions with the international pact's requirements.
Major Renewable Energy Project Proposed
In a separate development that contrasts with the coalition's climate stance, energy company SunCable has announced plans for a massive solar farm in the Northern Territory with unprecedented generating capacity. The project would produce energy equivalent to ten large coal-fired power stations and could power an artificial intelligence data centre precinct, potentially positioning Australia as a global leader in green industrial development.
International Peace Plan Meets Resistance
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed serious reservations about a new US-Russian peace proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. The plan, described by Kyiv officials as 'absurd', would require Ukraine to surrender substantial territory and reduce its armed forces by half. Despite his concerns, Zelenskyy has committed to working on improving the proposal's terms.
Domestic Developments and Inquiries
A coroner will today deliver findings into the Wieambilla shootings that Queensland police characterised as Australia's first Christian terrorist attack. The incident resulted in the deaths of police officers Matthew Arnold and Rachel McCrow, along with neighbour Alan Dare.
Meanwhile, Australian police have arrested a 30-year-old man in Bondi for allegedly harassing a politician who condemned a neo-Nazi protest outside the New South Wales parliament.
The UK's official Covid inquiry has delivered a damning verdict on the pandemic response, concluding that measures were 'too little, too late' and exposing former Prime Minister Boris Johnson's complacency during the crisis.
Sports and Culture Highlights
The Ashes series resumes in Perth after 842 days since the previous encounter concluded at the Oval. Cricket correspondent Ali Martin notes that the historic rivalry between England and Australia continues to capture public imagination, with key matchups including Cummins versus Root and Khawaja versus Archer.
In AFLW news, Carlton's women's team is riding a wave of momentum spearheaded by their younger players as they approach a preliminary final, with observers noting their impressive style of play.
