Overview

• MPs will speak on Barnaby Joyce’s private bill to repeal net‑zero‑related laws, a rare government‑sanctioned debate that is not expected to pass due to Labor’s opposition.
• Labor’s move spotlights Coalition divisions, with several Nationals and state branches pushing to abandon net zero while Liberal moderates argue the target must be retained.
• The Queensland LNP joined WA and SA branches in voting to dump support for net zero, decisions that do not bind the federal party room but intensify internal pressure.
• Official data show national emissions at 440.2 million tonnes CO2‑e in the year to March 2025, down 1.4% year‑on‑year and about 28% below 2005 levels, with renewables exceeding 40% of grid supply as transport emissions continue to rise.
• The Climate Change Authority is expected to recommend a 65–75% cut by 2035 as Resolve polling finds 44% voter support, and independent MP Zali Steggall is advancing legislation for five‑year climate risk assessments and funded adaptation plans.