Phillip Thompson

LNP Federal

AI Summary

• Thompson accuses Albanese of lying about housing tax commitments, warning it will harm families and businesses in Townsville.
• Labor's proposed tax changes could lead to increased housing taxes, affecting homeowners, renters, and investments.
• Rising interest rates and cost-of-living pressures are compounding the difficulties for local households, with vacancy rates below 1%.
• Experts warn that changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax could increase median rents by up to 20%.
• Thompson calls for policies that support housing supply and economic growth, rather than higher taxes.

AI Summary

• Thompson endorses Crisafulli's proposal for additional fuel storage at Queensland ports, including Townsville.
• The plan aims to strengthen Australia's fuel security and resilience against global disruptions.
• Thompson emphasizes the need for increased fuel reserves to protect families, businesses, and Defence Force interests.
• The Coalition plans to establish an $800 million Australian Fuel Security Facility to add over one billion litres of new storage capacity.
• Thompson calls for federal support for the proposal to secure Australia's energy future.

AI Summary

• The Labor government is accused of imposing $80 billion in extra taxes and failing to manage spending effectively, leading to rising costs for everyday Australians.
• Veterans are specifically impacted by a $5,000 cap on allied health services, which limits their access to necessary support.
• The speaker highlights individual cases, such as Paul Warren, to illustrate the negative effects of these cuts on veterans' health services.

AI Summary

• Many elderly Australians are struggling with a complex and failing aged care system, leading to inadequate support.
• Merv's case exemplifies the issues, where he was assessed for high-level care but received insufficient support, highlighting systemic failures.
• Political intervention should not be necessary to secure care for those already assessed as needing assistance.

𝗛𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁… 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗶𝘁. Tomorrow on Wally’s World, I sit down with Phillip Thompson OAM MP for one of the most honest and powerful conversations we’ve had yet. We talk about the moment Phil was thrown out of Parliament House over his fight for veterans, why he refused to back down, and the real impact these decisions are having on former servicemen and women. But we also go much deeper than politics. Phil opens up about his time as an infantry soldier in Afghanistan, the day he was wounded in an IED explosion, the battles that followed when he returned home, and the long road from the battlefield to Federal Parliament. This is raw, emotional and at times confronting, but it’s also a story about resilience, purpose and service. 🎙️ Wally’s World -...

LABOR LIES: Over the past week, I’ve been contacted by hundreds of veterans & families distraught about the impact of Anthony Albanese’s budget on those who have already sacrificed so much for this country. Julian Hill MP, calling my stance a “stunt” is disgraceful. I’ve buried too many mates who survived war overseas, only to lose their battle within here at home. I will not be lectured to on a reality you will never understand.

@frances07424235 You haven’t served in the army have you?

After 125 years of service Anthony Albanese’s Labor Government has scrapped funding for the The Salvation Army’s Sallyman program. Whether out in the field, on operations or back home, our service members trust the Sallymen for support, pastoral care, and a listening ear.

LABOR LIES: Today I was suspended from Parliament for 24 hours after refusing to withdraw my comment calling Albanese a liar. Capping veterans’ health support at $5,000 has nothing to do with the Royal Commission recommendations. This cruel cap will leave veterans without the critical health support they need. Shame on you Anthony Albanese.

REST IN PEACE BROTHER: Today, Australia mourns the loss of an extremely experienced Special Air Service Regiment warrior, Warrant Office Class Two Lachlan Muddle. Our ADF personnel accept extraordinary risks in service of the nation, including the possibility of making the ultimate sacrifice in battle and in training. My thoughts and love is with Warrant Officer Class Two Muddle’s family, friends and the wider Defence community.