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Support within the Nationals suggests a possible move away from the net zero target — a stance that could have profound implications for the coalition’s climate strategy. Reports indicate that the Nationals were in the process of reviewing their climate policies, including conducting economic impact assessments before potentially reversing their support for net zero, though bureaucratic hesitations have delayed this shift.
Legal and Regulatory Challenges
Adding to the domestic policy tensions, Google has taken a stand against Australian government plans to restrict social media content for under-16s. The company has warned of potential legal action, including the possibility of challenging the government in the High Court should the YouTube platform be included in such restrictions.