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abc.net.au | Rafael Epstein
Did anybody see this coming? Forty or 50 more seats than the Coalition? In many ways Anthony Albanese did. And he told me so — privately. He didn't predict the margin but believes his decades in parliament have scarred him with an enduring understanding of the tectonic plates that sit beneath Australian politics. Back before the American election, after a lost referendum, and with many in his team in the doldrums, some others at the top of government were not as confident as the prime minister.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Rafael Epstein
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has told ABC Radio Melbourne she wasn't surprised by the US President's change on global trade tariffs overnight. When asked by Raf Epstein if she trusts Donald Trump, she replied: "I trust him to do what's in America's interests". Press play to hear the full interview on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Mornings.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Rafael Epstein
When it comes to AFL, we know concussion is a risk - but it happens in non-contact sports too. 27-year-old Will Pucovski has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket due to repeated head knocks. Raf Epstein asked former Test cricket player and chair of the Australian Cricket Association, Greg Dyer, if parents should be concerned about their children playing sport. Press play to hear the full interview on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Mornings.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Rafael Epstein
Will the Greens get their hands on the seat once held by Bob Hawke? Raf Epstein hit the streets of Coburg to talk to voters in the federal seat of Wills. Press play to hear the issues they raised on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Mornings.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Rafael Epstein
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the decision by Victoria's Acting Police Chief Commissioner not to apply for the permanent role indicates problems with the State Government. Rick Nugent told Raf Epstein he doesn't want to serve out a five-year term after stepping in to replace Shane Patton, who quit in February during a pay dispute with the police association. In another interview, Mr Dutton spoke to Raf about a variety of topics, including Mr Nugent's decision about the top job.
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So sad to hear. Matt was fearless, passionate and fair. He was one of the best. Took me under his wing in Canberra PH in ‘98 and taught me so so much.

We mourn the death of Matt Peacock, the great ABC radio and TV broadcaster and investigative journalist. Matt has died at Royal North Shore Hospital after a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. His 30 year exposure of asbestosis stands as a profound legacy, saving countless lives. https://t.co/bdVdN9yW3l

People in ALP pushing @AlboMP to go further on the census

All LGBTIQA+ people deserve recognition. Today I wrote to the Prime Minister about the Census, and why gathering inclusive data about LGBTIQA+ people matters. Because equality means not leaving anybody behind, and if you don’t count us, we don’t count. 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ #CensusAU https://t.co/TjpU8GBD3P

Actually $1.5B

BREAKING Vic Govt is coming to the party on hospital budgets. An extra $1.4B or so in funding will be announced soon spread across various hospitals. Also I’m told no forced amalgamations of hospitals. The govt response to the report on amalgamations is coming very soon.