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Australians Safe in Nepal-Tibet Floods, Trust in Politicians Drops
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In Short: Two Australians confirmed safe after being uncontactable in Nepal-Tibet floods, while public trust in politicians declines amid voter cynicism.
The Guardian reports that two Australians previously uncontactable in the Nepal-Tibet floods have been found safe, bringing relief to their families and the broader Australian community. The minister expressed relief at the news, acknowledging the ongoing distress for families of the 36 still missing or unaccounted for.
Simultaneously, a drop in public trust in politicians has been reported, with four in five Australians believing governments should deliver social services directly. This sentiment is accompanied by a majority who no longer feel politicians serve their interests, according to AAP reports.
The minister highlighted the positive aspect of the rescue, stating that every person rescued or found is a relief to their family and the community. However, the reality for those still missing remains 'gut-wrenching'.
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What's still developing
- The pair, who were previously uncontactable, have been found safe and do not require consular assistance.
- Public trust in politicians drops amid voter cynicism Four in five Australians believe governments should deliver social services directly but a majority no longer think politicians serve their interests, AAP reports.
- The minister said news two other Australians were safe was a welcome development but for other families of the 36 still missing or unaccounted for, the reality is just “gut-wrenching”: double quotation mark Every…
Sources
- The Guardianlink