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Labor struggles as Frydenberg eyes return
Independent Monique Ryan criticizes the government's handling of its health insurance rebate bill as Josh Frydenberg considers a political comeback.
In brief
Independent Monique Ryan criticizes the government's handling of its health insurance rebate bill as Josh Frydenberg considers a political comeback. The Albanese government struggled to pass a budget measure on private health insurance rebates this week, drawing criticism from independent MP Monique Ryan. Originally…
Labor's health rebate bill stalls
The Albanese government struggled this week to pass a budget saving measure reducing private health insurance rebates for over-65s as the political year nears its end.
Ryan: government on back foot
Independent MP Monique Ryan, member for Kooyong, was a vocal critic of the bill and argues the government is continually on the back foot over key proposals.
Frydenberg considers Canberra return
Ryan responds to speculation that Josh Frydenberg, her former political rival and treasurer in the Morrison government, is considering a possible return to Canberra after launching his memoir.
The bottom line
The Albanese government struggled to pass a budget measure on private health insurance rebates this week, drawing criticism from independent MP Monique Ryan.