Last mentioned: Mar 13, 2026
Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has intensified his advocacy for the Hunter region's transition to a clean energy hub, while sharply critiquing the Liberal Party's current policy trajectory. His remarks highlight a widening ideological rift within the Coalition regarding the viability of nuclear power versus the rapid deployment of firmed renewables.
Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has launched a scathing critique of the Coalition's climate stance, labeling it an ideological 'religion' that ignores economic and scientific realities. The intervention highlights deepening divisions within Australian conservative politics as the nation grapples with its transition to a low-carbon economy.
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