October 10th 2024.
The Prime Minister is currently facing a lot of pressure to make a decision about Question Time on Melbourne Cup day. There have been calls for the time to be moved so that members of parliament can also enjoy the iconic race that captures the attention of the entire nation.
The frontbench of the coalition has suggested that the Leader of the Opposition, Anthony Albanese, make a change to the usual schedule on November 5. This would allow MPs to fly to Melbourne and be a part of the excitement surrounding the race. A senior Liberal MP has even gone as far as to say that the Prime Minister's decision to have parliament sit on this day is "un-Australian". They also pointed out that Albanese himself had set a precedent by changing the time of parliament yesterday in order to attend a meeting in Laos.
"It is the race that stops the nation, and it's a shame that it will be stopping everywhere except for the 151 elected representatives of the nation. It's beyond a joke," said the MP, clearly frustrated by the situation.
For those who may not be familiar, Question Time on Melbourne Cup day usually begins at 2pm in Canberra and can go on for over an hour. However, as we all know, the famous horse race begins at 3pm.
In the midst of all this, there has been an interesting development. The Liberal frontbenchers have made a plea for the Melbourne Cup to take precedence over Question Time. This has been met with criticism from Labor MP and assistant minister to the Prime Minister, Patrick Gorman, who called the idea "ridiculous". He pointed out that the people of Australia did not elect politicians to attend fancy events and sip champagne, but rather to do their job in Canberra.
Gorman also dared the Liberal frontbenchers to bring this issue to parliament today. He added that the Australian people would not have the patience to care about politicians' right to attend the Melbourne Cup in person. In his words, "If they really think the Australian people would be okay with changing the dates of parliament just so a bunch of senior politicians can put on their fascinators and polish their shoes in fancy suits, they've got another thing coming."
As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is for certain - the Australian people will not be swayed by politicians who prioritize their own personal interests over their duty to serve the nation. Stay updated on all the latest news, celebrity gossip, and sports updates by joining our WhatsApp channel. You can trust us to provide unbiased and accurate information without any intrusive algorithms or sharing of your private details. Join us now!
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