Five years, five ministers: What has the Department of Industry, Science and Tech actually achieved?
Christian Porter’s resignation raises questions about the high turnover in this portfolio. Over five years, has the department got much done?
After a mere five months, Christian Porter has stood down from his role as Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, paving the way for Australia’s sixth minister for this portfolio in five years.
While Angus Taylor has stepped up as acting minister, alongside his existing role as Minister for Energy, we’re now facing yet another reshuffle, and yet another leader for Australia’s tech sector.
Porter’s appointment back in March was not exactly met with universal praise, and judging by the reactions when he took on the job, there will be few sad to see him go.
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