Dutton Warns of ‘Blackouts’ Under Labor Energy Plan, Promises $10 Million for New Weather Radar

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Dutton Warns of ‘Blackouts’ Under Labor Energy Plan, Promises $10 Million for New Weather Radar
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton speaks to the media during post budget media interviews at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on March 26, 2025. Hilary Wardhaugh/Getty Images
Monica O’Shea
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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has renewed his push to lower power prices for Australians during a campaign stop in New South Wales (NSW), warning another Labor government could lead to blackouts.

The pledge comes as Dutton also announces a $10 million funding bid to improve weather forecast services in western Queensland amid ongoing flooding.

Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]