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Climate policy buoying investor confidence

Good morning from Canberra where the end of the parliament sitting doesn't mean we're done for the year - just done with seeing most of the MPs!

Stronger 2030 emissions targets and bipartisan support for net zero emissions by 2050 are welcome. But they're not enough on their own. Investors are seeking sector-by-sector emissions targets and detailed plans as a crucial next step.

The government and parliament must strengthen the safeguard mechanism to ensure Australian industries remain competitive in a net zero world.

I have mixed feelings about that. It's unfortunate that the Nationals have injected misinformation and vitriol into the debates so early on.

We've been through this many times over these kinds of campaigns. I mean, I am saying this now is a bit like you know, the Adam Goodes saga which is terribly unfortunate.