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Dutton Faces Criticism Over Public Service Cuts and ABC Funding Plans

As the election campaign intensifies, the Coalition leader defends his proposals to cut jobs, scrutinize ABC funding, and redirect infrastructure spending, while Labor emphasizes cost-of-living relief.

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Overview

  • Peter Dutton has proposed cutting 41,000 public service jobs, primarily in Canberra, to save $10 billion over four years, while pledging to protect frontline services.
  • The Coalition has indicated potential funding cuts to the ABC, contingent on the broadcaster demonstrating 'efficiency' and 'excellence,' sparking concerns about regional services.
  • Labor has accused Dutton of adopting policies inspired by Donald Trump, including public service reductions and conditions on school funding to address 'political agendas.'
  • The Coalition plans to redirect $2.2 billion from Melbourne's Suburban Railway Loop to the Melbourne Airport Rail project, prioritizing different infrastructure goals.
  • Polls suggest a tight race with the possibility of a hung parliament, as both parties focus on suburban and working-class electorates ahead of the May 3 election.