Australia politics live: Chalmers says Coalition ‘hyperventilating’ over national debt as gross figure hits $1tn; Greens push for compulsory super for under-18s

The Guardian reports that Australia's gross national debt has risen to one trillion dollars, prompting Liberal leader Peter Chalmers to accuse the Coalition of "hyperventilating" over the figure. Greens senator David Shoebridge blamed the major parties for selling off assets and urged a rethink of fiscal policy, while Greens leader Larissa Waters called for compulsory superannuation for anyone under eighteen. The Greens also urged the government to sanction Israel over the killing of aid workers, saying strong words are not enough. With the debt milestone looming, pressure mounts on the Albanese government to address both fiscal and foreign‑policy concerns.

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