Andrew Leigh 2022

The Albanese Labor Government is cracking down on bad behaviour by supermarkets to make sure customers and farmers are getting a fair deal at the checkout.

Today nominations are opening for a newly established position of Food and Grocery Code Supervisor.

The Food and Grocery Code Supervisor will help implement the new mandatory Food and Grocery Code of Conduct.

In 2015, a group of young Australians had a simple yet ambitious vision: to use hospitality to change lives. They believed that something as universal as sharing a meal could also build a stronger community.

The Albanese Government is helping Australia’s 62,000 charities by ensuring that states and territories collaborate effectively with the federal government – reducing unnecessary paperwork.

Rafael Epstein:

Stephen Cenatiempo:

Time to talk federal politics with the Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury and the Member for Fenner Andrew Leigh. Andrew, good morning.

Andrew Leigh:

Good morning, Stephen, great to be with you.

Cenatiempo:

As is customary in Australia, I acknowledge the Ngunnawal people, on whose lands I am recording these remarks, and all First Nations people joining this international workshop.

Leon Delaney:

Ross Solly:

The Albanese government recognises that the economic performance of Australia’s maritime logistics is critical to sustaining the nation’s trade and prosperity. As global trade continues to expand, competition in the container shipping industry has become a vital topic, and ensuring efficiency and affordability in this sector is high on the government’s agenda.

Angus Verley:

John Deere is being sued in the United States by the Federal Trade Commission. It alleges John Deere has restricted the ability of farmers and independent technicians to repair equipment such as tractors and combines. Olivia Saunders spoke to the Assistant Minister for Competition, Andrew Leigh, about what the legal action means.