Peter Dutton and the billionaires
March 27, 2025
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Peter Dutton and the billionaires
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<p>While Peter Dutton’s electorate braced for Cyclone Alfred, the opposition leader flew to Sydney to attend a $25,000 dollar-a-head dinner at Justin Hemmes’ Vaucluse mansion.</p> <p>It was a choice that’s been pilloried in the media – and the government.</p> <p>But as Labor sets about to raise money in similar ways, it raises questions about who has the ear of our leaders – and what Australia’s wealthiest people are getting in return for their donations.</p> <p>Today, special correspondent for <em>The Saturday Paper</em> Jason Koutsoukis, on Peter Dutton, Anthony Albanese and the billionaires they court.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Special correspondent for <em>The Saturday Paper</em>, Jason Koutsoukis.</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>Alan Chau and John Koh / Hancock Prospecting</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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