The opposition leader discusses the RBA, inflation and the government's bailout of the Whyalla steelworks.

The former PM, now president of the International Hydropower Association, says the energy sector remains “sceptical” about Peter Dutton’s plan for nuclear power.

Anthony Albanese and Jodie Haydon and Peter and Kirrily Dutton at Canberra’s Midwinter Ball 2024. Credit: James Brickwood. Dutton made the comments during a 60 Minutes interview

The reality in Australia is that Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is a largely unknown and untested quantity, with very few original policies, writes one reader.

Strategic Analysis Australia Director Peter Jennings has reacted to Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s $3 billion pre-election pledge for stealth jet fighters.

New polling suggests more Australians believe Opposition leader Peter Dutton is better suited at handling Donald Trump than Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The RedBridge-Accent poll surveyed voters from 20 marginal seats and found 31 per cent believe the Opposition Leader would be better at managing Australia’s relationship with the United States and its President.

The opinion polls remain close but political insiders have little idea what’s happening outside and what will sway voters on election day.

Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton send clear signals that we stand as a nation with Ukraine but they are not dealing with the deeper reality that our once reliable American partner is no longer reliable in the same way.

Some business and climate groups have voiced their support for keeping one of the federal government's key climate policies in place, with the Coalition yet to commit to its future.

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has made a pre-election pledge to spend $3 billion on stealth jet fighters. The commitment to buy 28 F-35 Lighting strike fighters is aimed at boosting Australia’s defence sector.

As reported by news.com.au on Tuesday, Dutton’s investment history was thrust in the spotlight after an analysis of his declarations found he notified parliament of a “share-buying” blitz in late 2008 and early 2009, buying shares in NAB, ANZ, and Commonwealth Bank.

A coalition government would acquire 28 more F-35A fighter jets for Australia's defence fleet, should it win the upcoming election.