Bio

Josh Butler is a seasoned political reporter and chief of staff based in Canberra, reporting for The Guardian. He specializes in Australian politics, covering live updates and in-depth analysis of political events and policies.

Articles (5)

• AI Companies Could Be Forced to Invest in Renewable Energy Amid Warning Tech Will Use 12% of Australia's Power

  The Guardian • 1 Dec 2025

• Labor Rejects Standalone AI Legislation with Plan to 'Unlock' Public and Private Data

  The Guardian • 30 Nov 2025

• Everyone in Canberra Agrees Action is Needed on AI, But What to Do and How? And at What Cost?

  The Guardian • 31 Aug 2025

• Australia Has 'No Alternative' but to Embrace AI and Seek to Be a World Leader, Says Industry and Science Minister

  The Guardian • 10 June 2025

• Australia May Require Tech Companies to Label AI-Generated Content Like ChatGPT

  The Guardian • 16 Jan 2024