Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on the 501 discussion between Christopher Luxon and Anthony Albanese

The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Pressure is on Christopher Luxon over 501s as he meets with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese in Canberra.

In 2022, former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had convinced Albanese of a common-sense approach to the topic.

But that stance changed in June, when a new directive made the safety of Australians the top priority in deportation decisions.

Newstalk ZB's political editor Jason Walls told Mike Hosking Luxon needs to look like he's doing something.

He says we're not pleased with this policy, but Australians think it's absolutely fine - and Albanese is always going to bow to domestic pressure.

Walls said it’s likely not much will change.

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