Jim Chalmers says he has 'other priorities' than a gas tax

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has claimed rightwing political parties will 'prey on' voter insecurities about a worsening economy while championing 'anti-worker' policies. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Guardian.

It comes as markets are now expecting another rate hike by the end of the year. He also continues to push back at rank and file Labor members' calls for a new tax on gas exports, saying the government had 'other priorities' for reform. More coming up.

The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons Australia has said it is alarmed that Saudi Arabia could use its uranium enrichment deal with the US to build nuclear weapons. More details soon.