In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux reflects on the growing reach of the program and the strong audience response across Auscast platforms, while delivering sharp commentary on the federal and state political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.

Jeremy discusses the South Australian election campaign, questioning why ambulance ramping — once a major political issue — is no longer front and centre, despite worsening conditions. He also explores policy ideas such as stamp duty relief to encourage downsizing, which he believes could improve housing availability.

The episode then moves to global economic and political developments, including Europe’s shift in electric vehicle policy and concerns over Chinese manufacturing dominance. Jeremy also raises alarm about rising private health insurance premiums and calls for reforms such as making private health insurance tax deductible to keep the system affordable and sustainable.

A major focus of the discussion is the cost-of-living crisis, with real wages falling behind inflation, rising electricity and insurance costs, and declining living standards. Jeremy argues that many Australians feel worse off despite official economic statistics suggesting otherwise.

The program also addresses CFMEU corruption allegations, political donations and the challenges of Royal Commissions, before turning to national security concerns around the possible return of ISIS-linked families to Australia. Jeremy strongly questions the risks and the political motivations behind the debate.

This wide-ranging episode delivers strong views on immigration, assimilation, economic management, union influence and public safety, encouraging listeners to engage in open discussion ahead of the election year.

Topics Discussed:

Audience growth and Auscast reach
South Australian election campaign
Ambulance ramping and healthcare system
Stamp duty incentives for downsizing
Housing supply and affordability
European EV policy and Chinese manufacturing
Germany and electric vehicle strategy
Private health insurance premium rises
Government regulation of insurers
Tax deductibility of private health insurance
Real wages vs inflation
Cost-of-living crisis
Electricity and insurance costs
Declining standard of living
CFMEU corruption and political donations
Royal Commission limitations
Union influence in politics
National security and ISIS families
Temporary exclusion orders
Immigration and assimilation debate
Multiculturalism vs assimilation
Political motivations and voter demographics
Ukraine war anniversary
Historical and cultural reflections

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