Angus Taylor
Coverage of Angus Taylor in the Nexus archive.
- Liberal frontbencher calls for party ‘rebrand’ after drop in polls, prompting ridicule from Labor
Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh suggested the party may need a 'rebrand' to regain voters after a historic polling low. This follows opposition leader Angus Taylor's claim that the Morrison government 'breached trust' with the electorate during the pandemic.
- Parliament has been getting frosty as winter closes in – but Labor may make one more gamble before the break
Parliament faces rising tensions ahead of the winter break, with Labor pushing reforms and the Coalition considering participation in deal-making. Conflicts include accusations against Angus Taylor for calling Anthony Albanese a liar, Andrew Hastie's remarks about One Nation, and the Greens opposing Labor's NDIS bill.
- Liberals dumbfounded by Angus Taylor’s multiculturalism comments: ‘Embrace the reality of modern Australia’
Angus Taylor faced confusion from Liberal colleagues over his unclear comments on multiculturalism, with party members concerned about differentiating the Coalition from One Nation. Andrew McLachlan urged the opposition leader to 'embrace the reality of modern Australia.'
- Taylor won’t say if he supports multiculturalism as Chalmers says he’s trying to ‘out-One Nation One Nation’
Angus Taylor refused to state his support for multiculturalism during a press conference, while Jim Chalmers accused him of aligning with One Nation's push for a monoculture in Australia. Labor ministers have expressed commitment to multiculturalism.
- Australia news live: Richard Marles left adrift as UK counterpart quits hours before scheduled visit to naval yard
Australia's defense minister Richard Marles was left without a UK counterpart to meet after John Healey resigned hours before a planned visit to a naval yard. Treasurer Jim Chalmers defended his criticism of opposition leader Angus Taylor, arguing Taylor's privileged background makes him disconnected from housing market struggles.
- Angus Taylor rejects One Nation seat sharing deal as cracks appear in Liberal ranks over Pauline Hanson threat
Angus Taylor rejects a proposed seat-sharing deal between the Liberal party and One Nation as internal Liberal divisions emerge over countering Pauline Hanson's influence. Tony Pasin suggests the parties should cooperate to defeat Labor, but Taylor and senior colleagues oppose the plan amid One Nation's poll surge.
- Tony Abbott backs One Nation preference deal and says Liberals can’t just be a ‘little less woke than Labor’
Tony Abbott, the new Liberal president, supports preference deals with One Nation, arguing the party cannot win by being 'a little less woke than Labor'. Angus Taylor, the opposition leader, indicated openness to cooperation with One Nation to remove the Labor government.
- Albanese calls Taylor ‘Temu Abbott’ as bitter fight rages over budget tax changes
Anthony Albanese mocked Angus Taylor as 'Temu Abbott' amid a heated debate over budget tax changes. The Greens, whose support is needed to pass the legislation, expressed concerns that the government's proposal could grant excessive discretionary powers. The government aims to expedite the first phase of its budget legislation through the lower house and Senate.
- Can the second coming of Tony Abbott resurrect the Liberal party? Or is it another step towards ‘self-destruction’
Angus Taylor, as opposition leader, appointed Tony Abbott as Liberal party president, believing he can help the party, while others worry it may make the party less electable. Taylor introduced a slogan emphasizing shutting the door on migrants not aligning with Australia’s 'core beliefs'.
- Abbott says Liberals ‘under new management’ and vows to help Taylor lead ‘people’s revolt’ against Labor
Tony Abbott was elected as Liberal party president unopposed, declaring the party is 'under new management' and vowing to support Angus Taylor in leading a 'people’s revolt' against the Labor government. The election occurred at a Liberal federal council meeting in Melbourne, marking Abbott's return to active political life.
- Modelling shows 90% of young Australians will be better off under Labor’s tax reforms
The Albanese government's tax reforms, including a $1,000 tax deduction and changes to CGT and negative gearing, are projected to benefit 90% of young Australians, according to Treasury. The reforms were introduced to parliament amid political tensions with the opposition.
- Liberal senator breaks ranks to take aim at Angus Taylor’s ‘negative’ rhetoric on immigration
Liberal senator Andrew McLachlan criticizes Angus Taylor's plan to bar non-citizens from accessing welfare, stating it will create two types of community members and is not the Australian way. McLachlan warns that migrants should not be blamed for economic problems. The plan may alienate diaspora communities.
- Liberal party ‘corroded by hate’ MP says amid concerns of ‘dog whistling’ on immigration
Liberal MPs have expressed concern over Angus Taylor's immigration policy, with some claiming the party is being controlled by Pauline Hanson's agenda and corroded by hate. Several Liberals believe Hanson's party is in control of the Liberal agenda. This has sparked concerns about the party's direction.
- Angus Taylor says migrants are a ‘net drain’ on Australia. The numbers say the opposite is true
Migrants in Australia are generally younger, skilled, and more educated, paying more tax than they receive in benefits. They arrive motivated to work and make a life for themselves and their families. This contradicts Angus Taylor's claim that migrants are a 'net drain' on Australia.
- Angus Taylor accused of ‘dog-whistling’ and marginalising immigrants over plan to cut benefits to non-citizens
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused opposition leader Angus Taylor of copying One Nation policies and 'dog-whistling' to marginalise immigrants through proposed cuts to welfare benefits for permanent residents. The Coalition's plan would restrict access to disability insurance, jobseeker, and other safety nets to Australian citizens only, despite permanent residents potentially living and paying taxes in Australia for years.
- Australia news live: Delta Goodrem hits the stage in Eurovision semi; Angus Taylor accused of ‘dog whistle’ budget reply
Australian pop star Delta Goodrem performs in Eurovision semi-final, while Opposition leader Angus Taylor discusses migration and housing policies, suggesting a tie between migrant numbers and house construction.
- Australia politics live: Albanese denies tax reforms aimed at courting votes from growing gen Z cohort
Australian Prime Minister Albanese denies tax reforms are aimed at courting votes from generation Z. Angus Taylor is set to give a budget reply speech tonight. The PM expects productivity gains from CGT reforms.
- Coalition to link immigration limits to new builds as Taylor says ‘migration has run miles ahead of housing’
The Coalition plans to link Australia's temporary immigration intake to new home builds, aiming to cut migrant numbers. Opposition leader Angus Taylor will outline this plan in his budget reply speech, alongside a $5bn housing infrastructure fund. The goal is to speed up building and reduce costs.
- Coalition vows to repeal Labor’s ‘toxic’ negative gearing and capital gains tax budget changes
The Coalition vows to repeal Labor's proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax if they win power. A future Coalition government would reinstate more generous rules for property investors. The proposal sets up a major fight before the next election over key tax reform measures.
- Pressure mounts on Angus Taylor as Pauline Hanson declares One Nation ‘here for the long haul’
Pauline Hanson's One Nation party won a historic byelection in Farrer, sparking internal rumblings about Angus Taylor's leadership. The win marks One Nation's first federal lower house seat. David Farley defeated independent Michelle Milthorpe in the election.
- Far-Right Australian Party Wins Seat in First Election Victory
One Nation candidate David Farley wins the Farrer by-election, marking the party's first election victory. The by-election was triggered by Sussan Ley's resignation after being ousted as Liberal leader by Angus Taylor. One Nation is expected to secure a significant portion of the primary vote in the rural electorate.
- One Nation wins Farrer byelection as Coalition vote collapses
One Nation won its first lower house seat in the Farrer byelection, with David Farley defeating independent Michelle Milthorpe, amidst a collapse in the Coalition vote. This victory marks a significant rise in public support for One Nation since the last federal election. The loss will further weaken the Liberal party.
- Coalition considers plan to slash net overseas immigration by nearly half its current rate, leaked documents reveal
The Coalition is considering a plan to reduce net overseas immigration by nearly half its current rate, aiming for 150,000-200,000 annually. This move is part of their election platform rebuilding after a significant loss in 2025. The proposal is higher than One Nation's suggested cap and the Howard-era target.
- Guardian Essential poll: more Australians approve of Hanson’s party leadership than Albanese or Taylor’s
A majority of Australians approve of Pauline Hanson's leadership of One Nation, surpassing the approval ratings of Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor. The Guardian Essential poll reveals One Nation outperforms the Coalition for the first time, with Australians increasingly pessimistic about the economy and country's future.
- Australia news live: RSL to review welcome to country policy; Angus Taylor vows to double fuel reserve
The RSL is reviewing its 'welcome to country' policy, while Angus Taylor proposes doubling Australia's fuel reserves. Federal environment minister Murray Watt will address threats to the Great Barrier Reef, including climate change and poor water quality, ahead of a world heritage committee meeting.
- Angus Taylor says higher risk of ‘bad people coming from bad countries’ as he singles out Iran
Angus Taylor, the opposition leader, claims there is a higher risk of 'bad people coming from bad countries' and specifically targets Iran, while defending his immigration policy and One Nation's preferencing in the Farrer byelection. He also criticizes the Greens by referencing teal candidates' alignment with them.
- Australia news live: Taylor says Coalition preferencing One Nation in Farrer to stop ‘teal policies’; Victoria announces one-off car rego rebate
Angus Taylor, opposition leader, criticizes the overuse of 'welcome to country' ceremonies, calling them devalued. Victoria announces a one-off car registration rebate.
- Labor lashes Coalition immigration plan as Usman Khawaja calls policy ‘appalling’
Labor criticizes the Coalition's new immigration policy, accusing them of targeting voters shifting to One Nation. Cricket star Usman Khawaja condemns the policy as discriminatory against Muslims, while Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke questions the necessity of deportation powers.
- ‘Debased himself’ and risking Australia’s reputation: Liberals torn up about Taylor’s Trumpian immigration plan
Former Howard government minister Amanda Vanstone criticizes Angus Taylor's hardline immigration policy, comparing it to Donald Trump's approach. The plan faces backlash from refugee advocates, Pauline Hanson, and some Liberal MPs for its heavy-handed enforcement tactics.
- Angus Taylor accused of ‘desperate dog-whistle’ immigration speech as Pauline Hanson takes credit
Angus Taylor's immigration speech is criticized as a 'desperate dog-whistle' by Labor and others, with concerns over discriminatory policies reminiscent of the White Australia policy. The Liberal party faces backlash for its hardline immigration stance, prompting criticism from immigration advocates and the race discrimination commissioner.
- Tourists to Australia would have social media accounts vetted under Trumpian Coalition plan
A Coalition government plan proposes vetting tourists' social media accounts under a Trump-style policy, accusing Labor of allowing migrants with 'subversive intent'. Leader Angus Taylor criticizes the opposition's immigration policies and mentions Pauline Hanson's One Nation gaining support.