Australia news live: Dural crime scene believed to be linked to Chris Baghsarian kidnapping, NSW police say; Angus Taylor vows to ‘rid system’ of net zero

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Martin FarrerFebruary 19, 2026 at 08:45 PM

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Australian news reports indicate a crime scene in Dural is believed to be connected to the kidnapping of Chris Baghsarian, according to NSW police. Meanwhile, opposition leader Angus Taylor has vowed to remove net zero targets from the Australian system. In an interview, Taylor suggested that children are being "indoctrinated" in schools and that the education system should focus on celebrating Australia. He emphasized utilizing a mix of energy sources, including uranium, coal, gas, and renewables, and removing "net zero ideology" from the system. Taylor's comments signal a potential shift away from net zero commitments by the Liberal party.

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Peta Credlin 60% Liberals 70% Australia 80% Angus Taylor ×290%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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Australia

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