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Nationals stand firm against gun law changes and free speech restrictions

Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster. Picture: Ben Gross 507258_01

THE Nationals have reaffirmed their opposition to rushed gun law reforms and broad hate speech provisions introduced by the Albanese Labor Government during a snap two-day sitting in Canberra. Member for Mallee, Dr Anne Webster, said the party worked tirelessly to remove controversial elements but ultimately could not support the Bills. Dr Webster criticised Labor’s […]

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