The Energy Minister's take on a gas tax + can a poster change society?

The Energy Minister's take on a gas tax + can a poster change society?

April 23, 2026 · 31 min

About this episode

The episode discusses a potential new gas tax and features an interview with Energy Minister Chris Bowen, along with insights from street artist Peter Drew.

Will the government introduce a new tax on gas exports? It's one of the biggest questions ahead of the federal budget being unveiled in just a few weeks. Hack sits down with Energy Minister Chris Bowen to ask if it's on the cards. Plus, we also hear what the government's doing to secure Australia's fuel supply. And we meet the man behind a renowned street art project that's prompting the nation to question what it means to be Australian. Listen now: 02:09 - Taking your gas questions to the Energy Minister 14:41 - US/Iran ceasefire extended 18:22 - The Aussie poster project Guests: Chris Bowen, Energy Minister Peter Drew, street artist Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

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