Politics in the Pub: Budget Preview – Gas, Tax, and Fairness

As the Federal Budget approaches, pressure is building on the government to rein in fossil fuel subsidies and ensure big gas companies pay their fair share. Join Senator David Pocock and Dr Richard Denniss, hosted by Leanne Minshull, for an in-depth conversation about how gas and fossil fuel tax policy shape Australia’s economy, environment, and future. They will cover your push for an inquiry, along with the PRRT and gas exports. We’ll also unpack who really benefits from Australia’s fossil fuel policies and what reform could mean for fairness, revenue, and the climate. SPEAKERS: Senator David Pocock – Independent Senator for the Australian Capital Territory Dr Richard Denniss – co-Chief Executive Officer, The Australia Institute Leanne Minshull – co-Chief Executive Officer, The Australia Institute When Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm AEST