Federal Politics in Focus as Parliament Returns: A Key Speech and Questions Linger As federal parliament prepares to reconvene next week after its winter break, a dispute over a high-profile speech has raised eyebrows in Canberra. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has denied claims that a speech by Opposition Leader Peter Burke was cancelled, sparking controversy in the lead-up to the parliament's return. The National Press Club speech, which was set to be a major event, has become a focal point in the ongoing tensions between the government and opposition. With parliament back in session, questions are mounting about what the coming weeks will bring, and the Australian Politics podcast is inviting readers to submit their queries to the Guardian Australia's team of experts.
Deputy prime minister says Burke’s speech before National Press Club was not cancelled. Follow today’s news liveFederal parliament is returning from winter break next week.Do you have a question you’d like to ask Guardian Australia’s team of political reporters in Canberra? Political editor Tom McIlroy and the team will be answering readers’ questions on the Australian Politics podcast. Continue reading...
