Register of Members’ Interests Gives an Insight Into Politicians’ Lives

The Prime Minister owns three properties—but is still paying one off—as does the Leader of the Opposition, although one of his is a farm. That’s just part of the insight provided by Parliament’s Register of Members’ Interests. Mr Dutton also lists a tractor amongst his assets, along with life insurance, furniture, and a motor vehicle. Mr. Albanese is also the recipient of some interesting gifts—including a bamboo bicycle from the President of Indonesia. and “vinyl records and t-shirts” from his counterpart in New Zealand. Meanwhile, Mr. Dutton lists the more prosaic Qantas Chairman’s lounge and Virgin Club memberships among his, along with a return flight to and from Perth provided by Hancock Prospecting....