McKenzie 'very surprised' by PM's honorary golf club membership after $6m grant
Australian opposition figure questions timing of Prime Minister's honorary membership at golf course that received government funding.
Deputy Leader of the Nationals Bridget McKenzie has expressed surprise at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese receiving honorary membership at a golf course that was awarded a $6 million government grant, according to live coverage from The Guardian.
In separate developments, Albanese dismissed concerns from Nationals leader Matt Canavan over ministerial powers in proposed digital duty of care legislation, stating Canavan was being "disingenuous" and noting that provisions would be subject to parliamentary disallowance.
Sources
- Australia politics live: McKenzie ‘very surprised’ by PM’s honorary membership at golf course given $6m grant — The Guardian — World
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