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Breaking: ACT Opposition Leader admits to texting 'f*** my job is boring' during hearing

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ACT Opposition Leader Mark Parton has admitted to sending a text message during budget estimates complaining his job is boring. ABC News reports the message—sent while the hearing was ongoing—included strong language. The admission is a notably candid moment from a politician during formal parliamentary business.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-06/mark-parton-admits...

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