Australia politics live: Labor’s big reforms face test as parliament returns; national cabinet to debate fuel security

The Australian Labor government is navigating political pressure regarding falling house prices and national fuel security. Officials are attempting to balance the goal of housing affordability for young buyers with the concerns of existing homeowners.
Why it matters
Housing affordability is a major political issue in Australia, and government attempts to manage market cooling have significant economic and electoral implications.
Labor faces heat over cooling house prices
The article balances government quotes with polling data and opposition concerns.
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