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They’re doing it tough in the country too, Tony

15 December 2016

1:12 PM

15 December 2016

1:12 PM

Parliament Resumes Following Tony Smith's Election To Speaker Of The HouseThought bubbles and soundbites seem to comfortably suit post-prime ministerial life for Tony Abbott as he snipes from the sidelines like some all-knowing, all-seeing guru espousing unwanted and misguided advice.

Abbott’s utterances are only adding to estrangement within the Liberal Party and its supporters, and around the nation he once led, act as signs of further confirmation why he no longer resides in The Lodge.

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