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Sky News AU
3 days ago
- Politics
- Sky News AU
Justin Trudeau accused of deliberate act to ‘draw attention' away from the King
Menzies Research Centre's Freya Leach has called out former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau over a 'clearly obvious move' during King Charles' visit. 'He wanted to stand out. He wanted to draw attention from the King,' she said. Mr Trudeau has sparked a furore after he raised eyebrows when he was spotted wearing a bright green pair of sneakers to go with his suit during his attendance to see King Charles open Canada's Parliament. Mr Trudeau drew attention with his odd fashion choice, which made him stand out among the royal and other politicians who opted for suits and dress shoes.
Sky News AU
4 days ago
- Business
- Sky News AU
Victorian treasurer's ‘awkward moment' asking developers what their ‘favourite tax' is
Menzies Research Centre's Freya Leach discusses Victorian Treasurer Jaclyn Symes' 'awkward moment' when asking developers what their 'favourite tax' was. 'The Victorian treasurer had a really awkward moment today when she was addressing a group of high-rolling property developers and investors and she asked the really interesting question of, what is your favourite tax, now obviously the room was dead silent,' Ms Leach said. 'The treasurer of the state that has become un-investible because of the amount of taxes … is trying to make a joke of this situation.'
Sky News AU
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Sky News AU
‘Drop the victim complex': Jacinta Allan told to ‘take a joke' following cow poo stunt
Menzies Research Centre's Freya Leach tells Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to 'take a joke' following a prank pulled on her. Two MPs on Wednesday left cow manure on Ms Allan's parliamentary office doorstep, protesting the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund levy. 'She needs to learn how to take a joke,' Ms Leach said. 'She's ruining these farmers' lives, so I think she should be a little more humble, drop the victim complex and laugh at the joke.'
Sky News AU
21-05-2025
- Business
- Sky News AU
Cash crusader's ‘got a shot' at fighting $97 parking fine in court
Menzies Research Centre's Freya Leach comments on cash crusader Oliver Griffiths refusing to use EFTPOS to pay for parking. "According to the ACCC, businesses don't have to accept cash, but they need to tell customers that in advance," Ms Leach said. "This will come down to the technicality over whether there was a disclosure statement on any of these parking signs. "I don't know, I reckon Ollie's got a shot here."
