Joe Hockey

Charge of a Young Gun

usc.edu     May 26, 2008          

The Sun Herald (Sydney, Australia) May 25, 2008 Sunday First Edition Charge of a young gun by Paul Daley The Libs' man-in-waiting faces a threat by Kevin Rudd's mate - opportunity permitting, of course. Turnbull would become leader tomorrow if the leadership "blew up" - that is, if Brendan Nelson...                    

No petrol plan poll boost for Nelson

news.com.au     May 26, 2008   85 related          

PUBLIC approval for a cut in petrol excise isn't translating into stronger support for Opposition Leader Brendan Nelson, an opinion poll suggests. The Essential Research online survey found that while nearly 60 per cent of people supported Dr Nelson's proposal to cut five cents a litre from fuel...                    

Liberal turmoil to last a year: Hockey (AAP)

yahoo.com     May 25, 2008   3 related          

Liberal frontbencher Joe Hockey predicted it could be up to a year before the coalition has the "clear air" to present itself as a viable alternative to the Rudd government. Mr Hockey made the dire assessment as talk continues about jockeying for the Liberal leadership and over the future of...                    

Petrol will always be cheaper under Coalition: Hockey

yahoo.com     May 25, 2008   40 related          

Federal Liberal frontbencher Joe Hockey says petrol prices will always be lower under a Coalition government. Mr Hockey says Opposition Leader Brendan Nelson's pledge to cut fuel excise by five cents a litre will guarantee lower prices for motorists. "Five cents a litre is important when it comes...                    

Opposition steps up attack on alcopop tax hike (ABC)

yahoo.com     May 25, 2008   1 related          

The Federal Opposition has stepped up its attack on the Government's tax hike on pre-mixed drinks, saying it could encourage drink spiking. The Coalition will use its Senate majority to oppose Labor's 70 per cent tax increase on so-called 'alcopops'. Opposition health spokesman Joe Hockey says...                    

Nelson won't comment on MPs' futures (AAP)

yahoo.com     May 23, 2008   25 related          

Federal Opposition Leader Brendan Nelson has refused to speculate about the futures of key Liberal colleagues Alexander Downer, Joe Hockey and Julie Bishop. Mr Downer, the former foreign minister, has been approached about a job with the United Nations, aimed at helping to revive the stalled...                    

Brough warns Libs to reform or fail

news.com.au     May 20, 2008   3 related          

Matthew Franklin, Chief political correspondent | May 21, 2008 MAL Brough has warned the Liberal Party must rebuild its administrative wing or risk being unelectable at either state or federal level. The party's weak structure made it difficult to attract and retain new members and candidates...                    

I enjoy Turnbull's full support: Nelson (ABC)

yahoo.com     May 20, 2008   59 related          

Today Dr Nelson said he had Mr Turnbull's complete support. "Mr Turnbull is doing a very, very effective job," he said. "Malcolm will be at the Press Club tomorrow in Canberra. "He'll be setting out a very strong case as to why the Budget of the Rudd Government has failed Australians, pulled the...                    

Hockey rules out move to state politics (ABC)

yahoo.com     May 20, 2008   2 related          

Federal Opposition frontbencher Joe Hockey has ruled out a move to New South Wales state politics. Mr Hockey has not denied reports that the Opposition's treasury spokesman, Malcolm Turnbull, urged him to transfer to state politics. He has told Fairfax Radio a number of people have talked to him...                    

No "what if" strategy on global warming

newsvine.com     May 20, 2008          

News Type: Event — Tue May 20, 2008 7:47 AM EDT Prime Minister Kevin Rudd last night told the National Business Leaders Forum meeting at Parliament House in Canberra of the three pillars of his Government's long-term response to climate change. All very fine words but what was completely lacking...