Scott Morrison’s failure to address the issues facing veterans and their claims is criticized in a letter to the editor, with particular emphasis on Peter Dutton’s exploitation of the situation. The Department of Veterans Affairs is accused of mismanagement and neglect, outsourcing claims to workers on short-term contracts. The previous government’s treatment of veterans is condemned for causing harm and suffering. The Coalition government’s lack of care for veterans is contrasted with the efforts of ministers Keogh, Chalmers, and Gallagher to rectify the situation without politicizing it.
The callous treatment of ADF veterans by the Coalition government, including Peter Dutton, is described as scandalous. The lack of care for injured, mentally afflicted, and bereaved veterans is highlighted as a failure of the government. The writer criticizes the Coalition government for sending defense forces to wars and not adequately caring for them upon their return. The lack of empathy and respect for veterans is emphasized as a significant issue within the political system.
The writer expresses dismay at the treatment of veterans by the government and highlights the robo-debt disaster as another example of the Coalition’s lack of care for the Australian people. The writer criticizes the LNP’s attitude of “Jackmanship”, emphasizing the lack of concern for others within the political sphere. The slogans and lack of genuine policy debate are criticized for hindering progress and effective governance. The writer thanks Shane Wright for shedding light on the issue and calling out the government’s neglect of veterans.
The discussion around immigration is brought up in a separate letter, with the writer emphasizing that migrants are not to blame for societal issues such as housing crises or traffic chaos. The writer encourages a reasoned and fact-based discussion on immigration rather than scapegoating migrants for various social problems. The writer calls for governments to address the housing crisis and plan for the future with consideration for all citizens, including migrants.
The impact of Telstra’s decision to cut 2800 jobs on customer service and profitability is discussed in another letter. The writer questions whether the job cuts will actually improve services for customers or simply increase profitability and management bonuses. The need for a fairer tariff regime to encourage households to utilize domestic battery storage for energy savings is highlighted. The importance of considering the impact of job cuts on both employees and customers is emphasized.
The University of Sydney’s reliance on overseas students for revenue is criticized in a letter, with the writer questioning the university’s focus on profit rather than academic standards. The writer calls for the university to prioritize student housing and provide accommodation for at least half of the student population. The impact of overseas students on the housing market and the need for universities to be responsible for providing housing is discussed. The university’s reputation as a corporate business rather than an institution of learning is lamented.
