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Labor's PwC-busting laws lack credibility without strong law enforcement commitment, rendering the initiative ineffective. Without addressing ASIC's governance issues and lax enforcement, white-collar crime will continue to be tolerated in Australia.

The Senate faces challenges investigating ASIC due to ongoing obfuscation, hindering transparency and accountability. Labor aims to end ASIC's secrecy and Executive interference to strengthen corporate regulation and combat financial crime in Australia.

Senator Andrew Bragg supports the Voice referendum but suggests recalibrating the process to build consensus for a successful outcome, advocating for a delay to next year to improve wording and garner bipartisan support.

ASIC's obstruction and obfuscation persist as they fail to comply with a Senate order for document production, undermining the Senate's investigative role. The Executive Government's complicity in the obstruction is concerning, prompting consideration of all options to continue the inquiry.

Labor's inaction on digital asset regulation is worsening de-banking in Australia, hindering innovation and causing economic harm.

ASIC is frustrating the Senate's investigation into law enforcement in Australia. A bipartisan Report highlights ASIC's failure to enforce the law and calls for an end to its secrecy and interference in the parliamentary process.

The Federal Government is focusing on changing rules for financial advice in superannuation, ignoring similar changes in banking and insurance sectors. Senator Bragg criticises the Minister for prioritising super funds over consumer interests, highlighting the need for affordable and accessible financial advice.

Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg urges ASIC investigation into PwC scandal involving leaked government secrets, highlighting lax law enforcement in Australia.

Interview summary: Charishma Kaliyanda, new NSW Labor MP for Liverpool, prepares for her first day in Parliament. Discussion on subjects like the coronation, cost of living, housing, and the upcoming Budget. Highlights include Charishma choosing to be sworn in on the Bhagavad Gita, being the first in the Lower House to do so, amidst insights from Andrew Bragg and David Shoebridge on their experiences and expectations in Parliament.

Liberal Party opposes Indigenous Voice amendment but individual members not bound. Open to concept of Voice, supports inquiry for best empowerment within constitutional framework.