Here's what Labor's $150m COP31 bill could have bought instead

An analysis by Master Builders Australia says the $148 million allocated to prepare for COP31 could instead fund projects such as schools, hospitals and aged-care facilities. The Albanese government is preparing to host the climate summit with Turkey, with $50 million earmarked for direct conference costs and the remainder for engagement with Pacific nations. The spending has drawn criticism from the opposition.