Labor urged to target gas exporters and bring in east coast reserve ‘right now’ as it weighs scheme’s design

Australian Workers’ Union calls for ‘simple, workable’ model that applies to existing projects, not just future onesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBlue-collar workers and manufacturers want the Albanese government to stare down the gas giants as it designs a new gas reservation scheme, warning the industry’s preferred approach would fail to quickly contain prices.The federal government is expected to unveil plans for an east coast gas reserve as soon as next week after a six-month review of the gas market. Continue reading...