- Chris Bowen, MP and Minister for Climate Change and Energy, addressed the government’s commitment to delivering affordable energy solutions. He discussed the consequences of poor energy policies from previous administrations and detailed the steps the current government is taking to stabilize energy prices (Page 51).
- Michael McCormack (NATS, Riverina) criticized the Albanese government for not delivering promised reductions in energy bills, noting a significant rise in power costs that impact farming and families. He suggested that the government has rushed policies without fully considering their effects on everyday Australians (Page 66).
- Tom French (ALP, Moore) countered criticisms, attributing energy price volatility to global factors, including the war in Ukraine and a decade of stalled reforms. He argued that government efforts have led to reduced wholesale electricity prices and have stabilized inflation, highlighting relief measures implemented since taking office (Page 67).
- Zoe McKenzie (LP, Flinders) spoke about the challenges communities are facing due to climate-related events and called for bipartisan efforts to address these issues. She emphasized the need for collective support for local initiatives during difficult times (Page 81).
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