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Coalition
Organization IntergovernmentalAustralian political alliance of Liberal and National parties; recent focus on immigration and fuel policy.
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The Coalition, a political alliance primarily between the Liberal and National parties in Australia, is currently newsworthy due to its proposed hardline immigration policies and commentary on fuel supply. Led by Angus Taylor, the Coalition's immigration plan includes vetting social media accounts of tourists and increased efforts to deport non-citizens. This has drawn criticism from Labor and been likened to policies of Donald Trump, with some suggesting it's an attempt to win back voters from One Nation. The Coalition has also called for a halving of the fuel excise, while the Albanese government assures the public that fuel supply is stable. Recent High Court rulings on political donations have implications for both Labor and the Coalition. Pauline Hanson's One Nation has expressed a willingness to work with the Liberals and Nationals to defeat Labor, but has ruled out an official coalition. The Coalition's strategic decisions, particularly regarding preferences, are being closely watched for their potential impact on upcoming elections.
Last updated: April 28, 2026
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Coalition accused of secretly giving big tobacco lobbyists private platform in parliament

Labor lashes Coalition immigration plan as Usman Khawaja calls policy ‘appalling’

High court scraps Victorian political donation laws that created loophole for Labor and Coalition

Taylor’s Trumpian immigration pitch is aimed at fighting One Nation – but puts Australia’s identity at stake

Angus Taylor accused of ‘desperate dog-whistle’ immigration speech as Pauline Hanson takes credit

Tourists to Australia would have social media accounts vetted under Trumpian Coalition plan

Pauline Hanson says convicted rapist employed by One Nation has been sacked

Cutting fuel to Australia ‘won’t happen’, says Singapore PM, as Albanese secures pledge from our largest petrol source
