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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 28 MIN

The gas tax squeeze

from Politics Now · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Whether the government likes it or not, momentum is building around a gas profits tax.What began as a simmering grassroots and political push has accelerated amid the global energy crisis, with pressure mounting on the government to act. A Greens-led inquiry into the issue begins today.But is Prime Minister Anthony Albanese listening?At the same time, both the government and opposition are sharpening their housing messages - but which one will land with voters?Patricia Karvelas and Raf Epstein break it all down on Politics Now.Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at [email protected]

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