It shouldn’t be a secret who the prime minister has dinner with, and what was discussed. Australians deserve to know | Geoffrey Watson

An Australian journalist has called for transparency regarding the private dinners attended by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Geoffrey Watson argues that any expense incurred by the government in dining with the prime minister should be a matter of public record.

Watson highlights the growing concern among Australians that politicians are seen as disconnected from the public's daily challenges, such as the rising cost of living and housing issues. He suggests that this perception of remoteness may be one reason why Albanese chose to dine with a select group of individuals at expensive venues.

The article questions whether Albanese discussed any pressing issues with these guests during their dinners at multimillion-dollar homes of billionaires' sons or in upscale mansions in Adelaide and Perth. The writer emphasizes that Australians have a right to know not only how much money is spent on such events but also the topics that were discussed during these gatherings.