Murray Watt

Murray Watt

politician Australia

Murray Watt is an Australian politician and member of the Australian Labor Party, currently serving as the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations. He has gained attention for his involvement in the airline sector, particularly regarding the influence of unions on corporate governance, and has been vocal about the hiring practices at Virgin Australia following the controversial tenure of its former executives.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
5 wks
Reach
155,892
Power
8,093$
Sentiment
5.14
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 6 5.50 0.35% +50% 25,499,884 131,972 $1,380,000 7,142$
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 23,920 $2,700,000 951$
Totals 7 93,385,895 155,892 $4,080,000 8,093$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Environment and Water Minister Murray Watt welcomed the innovation, describing it as a game-changer for marine conservation. 8

The Sydney Morning Herald: How just two litres of water can uncover the mysteries of the sea

Australia Australia: Federal Environment and Water Minister Murray Watt has said the Commonwealth Natural Disaster Framework was designed for events such as bushfires and cyclones. 5

The Sydney Morning Herald: Experts warn SA outbreak could easily happen on east coast of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt said the bloom did not meet the definition of a natural disaster. 5

BBC: Algal bloom killing marine life in South Australia is 'disaster', premier says

Australia Australia: Environment Minister Murray Watt stated that the Albanese government is supporting the state government in dealing with the marine outbreak. 6

The Sydney Morning Herald: former Treasury boss Ken Henry

Australia Australia: Environment Minister Murray Watt angered the environmental movement in May by approving an extension of Woodside’s gas processing plant. 4

The Sydney Morning Herald: Ancient WA rock art given UNESCO World Heritage status after 20-year campaign

Australia Australia: Environment Minister Murray Watt was accused of breaking a transparency promise regarding North West Shelf conditions. 4

The Sydney Morning Herald: Environment Minister Murray Watt accused of breaking transparency promise on North West Shelf conditions