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The NSW Nationals have withdrawn their support for government legislation over their objections to koala protections, which came into force in March, saying that the Liberals will need “to earn their votes” on legislation, rather than having guaranteed support.
National Party leader and deputy Premier, John Barilaro said his party will be abstaining from voting on government legislation except when it is legislation that affects the regions or which the Nationals deem important.
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The ABS has also looked at the number of people with disabilities, in aged care, and the number of carers. The data tells its own story:
Disability
Continue reading…Greg Hunt says Melbourne curfew should be lifted if ‘there is no medical basis’ for it as two more Sydney healthcare workers test positive. Follow liveThere are 51 new cases of Covid in Victoria and seven deathsFollow our global coronavirus live blogAustralian stats interactiveNSW cases map; NSW hotspots listQueensland hotspots listSign up for Guardian Australia’s coronavirus email 3.12am BSTThe NSW Nationals have withdrawn their support for government legislation over their objections to koala protections, which came into force in March, saying that the Liberals will need “to earn their votes” on legislation, rather than having guaranteed support.National Party leader and deputy Premier, John Barilaro said his party will be abstaining from voting on government legislation except when it is legislation that affects the regions or which the Nationals deem important. 3.11am BSTThe ABS has also looked at the number of people with disabilities, in aged care, and the number of carers. The data tells its own story:Disability Continue reading…