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The Coalition government's gas reservation plan aims to bring down power bills by the end of the year, but details on the expected savings and potential consequences remain unclear. Labor is yet to take a stance on the plan, while both parties emphasize their commitment to improving access to healthcare and protecting Medicare.

Independent MP Andrew Gee has been caught in a social media gaffe, where a comment thanking himself as the "good guy" was posted on his Facebook page by a new and inexperienced member of his campaign team. This incident has sparked controversy and is reminiscent of a similar one in 2019 where the now shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor praised himself on his Facebook account.

Northern Australia's cattle industry is demanding compensation for the 2011 live export ban, accusing the government of dragging its feet on resolving the issue and causing emotional and financial hardship for industry members. The case is set to be heard in the Federal Court between April 14 and May 12, with both sides acknowledging the need for a swift resolution.

The Northern Territory government is betting on gas to bring down local power prices, despite concerns about over-reliance and the uncertain future of the Beetaloo Basin project. Meanwhile, the private sector is pushing ahead with large-scale solar projects, offering a potential alternative for a more sustainable and cost-effective energy mix.

Sue Starr, a former home care worker, wants access to Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) if she is diagnosed with dementia, even though it is currently illegal in Australia. She believes individuals should have the right to choose a dignified death rather than endure the prolonged suffering associated with the disease.