Burke and Marles, page-10

The financial outlay for Burke's journey, as reported by The Daily Telegraph, starkly contrasts with Defence Minister Richard Marles's expenses for the same event, igniting a fiery debate about the necessity and justification of such costs. Hume, during her appearance alongside Sunrise host Nat Barr and Minister for Home Affairs Clare O'Neil, pointed out the disproportionality of the expenses, especially given Burke's domestically-focused portfolio. The comparison to Marles's spending, who regularly requires overseas travel due to his role, further amplifies the scrutiny on Burke's trip costs.


Burke is the biggest leech in Canberra.

What does he actually do besides blowing taxpayers money on junkets.