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The Party Room Podcast

Want to know what's really going on in Parliament House? Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas give you the political analysis that matters and explain what it means for you.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Labor's negative gearing dilemma

    Speculation over the Albanese Government's position on negative gearing has dominated the political week, after the Nine papers reported the Government had requested expert advice and modelling on possible reforms. The Prime Minister and Treasurer were quick to play down the reports - but is Labor leaving the door open to a policy on negative gearing reform at the next election? And as the Opposition starts labelling negative gearing reform a "housing tax" - are we already seeing the beginnings of a scare campaign? James Massola, National Affairs Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age joins Fran Kelly and David Lipson on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

  2. 19 SEPT

    Housing wars heat up

    The Albanese Government has struggled to pass legislation this week, with It's 'Help-to-Buy' housing bill delayed by the Greens with the support of the Coalition.  The Greens say the bill - which would see the Government co-purchase houses with 40,000 first home buyers - would push up house prices, and are demanding negative gearing be phased out for their support. But Labor is refusing to budge - so, what are the risks for both parties? Paul Karp, Chief Political Correspondent at the Guardian joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    33 min

  3. 12 SEPT

    Labor's social media ban and legislative battles

    The Albanese Government has announced it will introduce age restrictions on social media access. It comes as the Government introduces misinformation legislation to parliament - threatening big penalties for tech giants who break the law.  But while the Government is cutting through with its big tech crackdown, negotiations with the Opposition and Crossbench on the aged care overhaul, RBA reforms and the Environmental Protection Authority are proving challenging. Charles Croucher, Nine Chief Political Editor joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    35 min

  4. 5 SEPT

    Albanese Government struggles to find 'narrative'

    Australia's latest GDP figures show the economy is virtually at a standstill, but Treasurer Jim Chalmers declared Government spending was one of the only things keeping Australia out of recession. So, is he the hero, or the villain when it comes to the fight against inflation and bringing interest rates down? And the ASIO boss tried to clear up confusion about the vetting process for people fleeing Gaza for Australia, claiming people had chosen to "distort" his words. Sarah Ferguson, ABC 0730 Host joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    35 min

  5. 29 AUG

    Is our politics becoming more 'divisive'?

    Treasurer Jim Chalmers has labelled Opposition leader the "most divisive leader" in modern history - suggesting this should be "disqualifying" for a leader.  But Peter Dutton has hit back, slamming the Treasurer for being too focused on personality rather than policy. It comes as Greens MP Max Chandler Mather controversially fronted a CFMEU protest in Brisbane, suggesting the Government had introduced "the most draconian and anti-worker" legislation against the embattled union. Will the move win the Greens votes, or risk alienating some of their base? Jacob Greber, ABC Chief Digital Political Correspondent joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    34 min

  6. 22 AUG

    Gaza visa stoush overshadows Labor policy wins

    The Albanese Government has passed a suite of measures this week - and gained 'in principle' support on others. But despite this, the Opposition's criticism of the Government's visa policy for Palestinians fleeing Gaza has again dominated the agenda. And as a new Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission is introduced, the Teals have called out the "misogyny" and "toxicity" of parliament, urging the Prime Minister and Opposition leader to rein in the misbehaviour. Melissa Clarke, ABC National Affairs Editor joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    32 min

  7. 15 AUG

    Did Dutton's Gaza visa call go 'too far'?

    Opposition leader Peter Dutton has called for a complete ban on visas for Palestinians fleeing Gaza, citing national security concerns. The Prime Minister has criticised the move, claiming the Opposition leader is "always looking to divide." And Labor is under pressure over its looming gambling advertising reforms, with the crossbench and even some Labor backbenchers pushing for a blanket ban. Independent Senator David Pocock says a partial ban is "a betrayal" of Australians. David Crowe, Chief Political Correspondent for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    35 min

  8. 8 AUG

    Is the PM 'gaslighting' the nation?

    Opposition leader Peter Dutton has accused the Prime Minister of "talking from both sides of his mouth" when it comes to a Makarrata Commission - after Anthony Albanese said the Government wasn't proposing a national truth-telling body. Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy was quick to contradict those comments, stating that the government hadn’t abandoned its commitment to the Uluru Statement from the Heart, but it's raised concern for many First Nations people. Anna Henderson, SBS Chief Political Correspondent joins Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas on The Party Room. More Information Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

    34 min
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Want to know what's really going on in Parliament House? Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas give you the political analysis that matters and explain what it means for you.

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  • Years Active
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