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Damning Watch

High-signal X posts from tracked politicians — failures, admissions, sharp critique, and weak responses. Ranked for evidence, not noise. Last 7 days. Tap a post for full detail.

  • Angus Taylor

    @AngusTaylorMP · about 4 hours ago

    Government Failure

    The PM has delivered a trifecta of failure on housing: fewer homes, higher rents and confidence smashed. Today we learned new-home sales have crashed 20 per cent in just three months, while there are 15 per cent fewer construction apprentices and trainees than when Labor came to

    This post highlights multiple failures in housing policy under the current government.

  • Anne Ruston

    @Anne_Ruston · about 22 hours ago

    Government Failure

    1 in 3 older Australians has cut or abandoned home care because they cannot afford it. Labor has turned essential care into another cost-of-living crisis. https://t.co/aZN0vf8TlS

    This post points to a significant failure in the aged care system under the current government.

  • Pauline Hanson

    @PaulineHansonOz · 6 days ago

    Government Failure

    Australians are being crushed by Labor’s cost-of-living crisis. Mortgage repayments are up about $1,760 a month, rents have jumped more than 40 per cent, and another rate rise is looming. My plan is simple: let struggling mortgage holders and renters access three per cent of https://t.co/RB733S6MhG

    This post highlights the severe impact of the government's economic policies on everyday Australians.

  • Kevin Hogan

    @KevinHoganMP · 1 day ago

    Opposition Attack

    Chris Bowen says he “never quite bought all the hype on green hydrogen” BUT has committed $9 BILLION of taxpayers’ money to it!!!! #auspol https://t.co/EkFEh6495K

    This post criticizes a government minister's contradictory stance on green hydrogen funding.

  • Pauline Hanson

    @PaulineHansonOz · 2 days ago

    Opposition Attack

    Laura Jayes and Pete Stefanovic break down One Nation's sensible and comprehensive immigration plan. Laura Jayes has described One Nation’s immigration policy as a “serious”, “thoughtful” and data-backed plan that has had “a lot of work” put into it. She said its proposals https://t.co/0aSTSmGLpn

    This post highlights a contradiction in the government's messaging about property prices and affordability.

  • Patrick Gorman

    @PatrickGormanMP · 2 days ago

    Opposition Attack

    TRANSCRIPT - DOORSTOP - MONDAY, 14 SEPTEMBER 2026 “It has taken 30 years for Senator Hanson to put her migration policy together, and it has fallen apart in just 30 minutes. The National Farmers' Federation this morning have described Senator Hanson's policy as "terrible." And

    This post cites a significant criticism from a major organization regarding a policy by an opposition senator.

  • Malcolm Roberts

    @MRobertsQLD · 5 days ago

    Opposition Attack

    I asked Minister Gallagher a simple question about the true cost of Snowy Hydro 2.0. Unsurprisingly, I got a response, just not an answer. Economic analysts like Robert Gottliebsen projects that this project could cost taxpayers over $1 trillion by the time it’s finished. While https://t.co/eR1QydaXQ2

    This post raises serious concerns about the financial implications of a government project.

  • Malcolm Roberts

    @MRobertsQLD · 5 days ago

    Opposition Attack

    I asked Finance Minister Katy Gallagher’s about a critical issue affecting every working Australian: falling productivity. The official numbers from the Australian Bureau of Statistics don't lie. Under this Labor government, productivity (GDP per hours worked) has dropped from https://t.co/8txMS9RCoe

    This post cites official statistics indicating a decline in productivity under the current government.

  • Anne Ruston

    @Anne_Ruston · 5 days ago

    Government Failure

    Labor Health Minister Calls Aged Care a “National Crisis” and it’s Only Getting Worse. https://t.co/cI5wZeIcTe

    This post highlights the government's acknowledgment of a crisis in aged care services.

  • Dave Sharma

    @DaveSharma · 3 days ago

    Opposition Attack

    Kelty said: “The PM is telling the country with glee that the price of property is falling, yet the unaffordability rate is increasing.” “Because interest rates are rising and real wages are falling,” he said. That’s right 👆🏼 https://t.co/aAnOPWmk1j

    This post underscores a contradiction in the government's claims about property affordability.

  • Dave Sharma

    @DaveSharma · 3 days ago

    Opposition Attack

    Kelty said: “The PM is telling the country with glee that the price of property is falling, yet the unaffordability rate is increasing.” “Because interest rates are rising and real wages are falling,” he said. https://t.co/aAnOPWmk1j

    This post points out a critical inconsistency in the government's narrative about housing affordability.

  • Anne Webster

    @AnneWebsterMP · 2 days ago

    Government Failure

    Aged care access is failing Mallee families. I’m hosting a tri-state forum in Mildura on 23rd September to hear directly from providers and constituents. To attend, email anne.webster.mp@aph.gov.au. https://t.co/o5pNs9P5cH

    This post highlights the failure of the government to provide adequate aged care services.

This week's edition

6 Sept13 Sept

Updated 13 Sep 2026 · Synced from database

Weekly Political Pulse

Week of 6 Sept – 13 Sept 2026

194 statementsPolling · One Nation leads primaryAI summary
Housing — dominant political topic this week
Primary topicHousing

The ongoing housing crisis remains a pressing issue for many Australians, impacting their ability to secure affordable accommodation and affecting overall living standards. With rising rents and home ownership becoming increasingly unattainable, this topic resonates deeply with families, young people, and those struggling to make ends meet.

Andrew Bragg from the Liberal Party argues that Labor's housing taxes have created a "housing nightmare," suggesting that these policies are driving up costs and diminishing housing confidence. This sentiment reflects the frustrations of many Australians who feel squeezed by rising living costs, particularly in the rental market.

Pauline Hanson of One Nation highlights the stark reality faced by families competing for limited rental properties. She points out that not only are many Australians struggling to find homes, but they are also experiencing delays in healthcare, with patients stuck in ambulances due to a lack of hospital beds. This dual crisis of housing and healthcare underscores the interconnectedness of these issues and their direct impact on everyday life.

Parties driving the debate

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Polling snapshot

As of 8 Sept · YouGov

ALP

26%

LNP

18%

GRN

12%

ONP

30%

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Public money

What Pollywatch tracks

Live figures from Pollywatch — public IPEA, AEC, and agency records. We do not recalculate these amounts. MP expenses period: Apr-Jun 2026.

Synced from Pollywatch · 16 Sept 2026, 11:59 am AEST

Leader spend (latest quarter)

Major party leaders appearing on Pollywatch's top-of-ledger ranking for Apr-Jun 2026.

In the news

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Source: Pollywatch · public IPEA/AEC/agency records

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