Government installs rope barriers at Parliament amid transparency backlash
Rope barriers were installed outside Parliament House on Thursday as part of the government's effort to manage media access. Opposition leader Basil Zempilas criticized the move, claiming it reflects a government contempt for transparency amid ongoing scrutiny of Labor MP Jagadish Krishnan's financial dealings. The barriers symbolize the broader struggle over media relations and public accountability.
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Published 14 Nov 2026, 00:13 UTC · Updated 14 Nov 2026, 00:20 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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