Climate Change

Walker argued that there is no single fix for insurance costs and highlighted government investments in the Disaster Ready Fund and the Hazards Insurance Partnership. Walker emphasised that the government is addressing broader cost-of-living pressures through tax cuts, wage increases, and reduced medicine costs. Walker stated that practical policies to lower household expenses and improve community safety are more effective than symbolic measures.

Whish-Wilson detailed the path of Cyclone Narelle, linking it to record ocean temperatures and climate change. Whish-Wilson criticised the National Party for calling for more fossil fuel development despite the risks to communities and ecosystems. Whish-Wilson advocated for taxing gas exports to fund community recovery and support the transition to renewable energy.

Dolega defended the government's actions on climate change and cost-of-living relief, contrasting them with previous coalition inaction. Dolega listed specific measures including a 50 per cent fuel excise cut, tax cuts, and expanded paid parental leave. Dolega argued that these policies provide tangible support to families facing financial pressure and climate-related disasters.

Hodgins-May described the devastation to Ningaloo Reef and local ecosystems caused by Cyclone Narelle and marine heatwaves. Hodgins-May criticised the government for continuing to approve fossil fuel projects while claiming to act on climate change. Hodgins-May called for a levy of at least 25 per cent on exported gas and an end to new fossil fuel approvals to protect the environment.