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Oct 20, 2026 18 min

Tragedy strikes Canberra

from The Canberra Playbook Podcast Hosted by POLITICO

After the attack on Independent MP Helen Haines, Amanda Copp and POLITICO Australia Editor Ryan Heath discuss the security risks facing people in public life. Amanda speaks with Shadow Treasurer, Tim Wilson, about political threats, the EU–Australia trade deal and the Coalition’s budget approach. Wilson also sets out his ideas for rebuilding both the Liberal Party and economic dynamism, arguing governments and his party need to embrace risk and bold ideas. Chapters00:00 – The attack on Helen Haines and political safety03:51 – Tim Wilson on rising threats and political rhetoric06:22 – Wilson’s case against the EU–Australia trade deal08:00 – Budget policy, growth and productivity10:28 – Rebuilding the Liberal Party and winning back urban seats14:03 – Ryan and Amanda on risk, growth and the Liberals’ challenges Give us your feedback: Send us a WhatsApp message to +61 494 380 487 or an email at [email protected]. Subscribe to Canberra Playbook: Get POLITICO’s reporting and analysis of Australian politics delivered to your inbox at politico.com/canberra-playbook.

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