Professor Orr critiques federal electoral funding reforms
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What happened
Professor Graeme Orr delivered the annual oration at the University of Queensland on October 8, 2026. Orr criticized the new federal electoral funding laws, calling the 250-page legislation "Byzantine" and stating it was "better than nothing".
From portnews.com.au
Why it matters
The reforms cap donations to federal political parties at $50,000 annually, though Orr noted that wealthy individuals could effectively donate up to $1.6 million across different groups. Parties are also subject to spending limits, with lobby groups allowed to spend $11.25 million in election campaigns.
From portnews.com.au
Who's involved
- University of QueenslandHost of the academic event where the oration was delivered
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