Mike speaks with Terry Barnes, former adviser in the Howard government, about two key political developments.

First, Angus Taylor has launched a sharp attack on the Albanese government, promising “one hell of a fight” in the upcoming by-election in the seat formerly held by Sussan Ley.

Meanwhile, Treasurer Jim Chalmers is gathering leading economists in Canberra for a roundtable to discuss possible tax reforms and spending restraint ahead of the May federal budget, with the Middle East conflict shaping the economic outlook.

Mike speaks with Terry Barnes, former adviser in the Howard government, about two key political developments.
First, Angus Taylor has launched a sharp attack on the Albanese government, promising &ldquo;one hell of a fight&rdquo; in the upcoming by-election in the seat formerly held by Sussan Ley.
Meanwhile, Treasurer Jim Chalmers is gathering leading economists in Canberra for a roundtable to discuss possible tax reforms and spending restraint ahead of the May federal budget, with the Middle East conflict shaping the economic outlook.

When much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company.

Mike provides laughs and companionship, the news & stories of the day from midnight on Mondays. 

When much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company.
Mike&nbsp;provides&nbsp;laughs and companionship, the&nbsp;news &amp;&nbsp;stories of the day from midnight on Mondays.&nbsp;