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Reflecting on Australia’s domestic politics, McGarrian found the opening week of Parliament surprisingly entertaining. The week saw new parliamentarians like Susan Lee making an impression with her calm, professional demeanor, despite the challenge of navigating a government that often appears self-satisfied.
Of particular note was the unlikely alliance formed between Barnaby Joyce and Michael McCormack, traditionally seen as rivals, who collaborated in a way that undermined party expectations and provided a humorous twist to parliamentary proceedings.