Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has dismissed claims that his government is "mired in mediocrity," defending his administration's record on the gambling and housing crises. In an interview with ABC Radio National, he stated, "the problem isn’t advertising, the problem is gambling," emphasizing the need for a more substantial approach to these issues. Albanese also hinted that universal childcare will be a key component of Labor's strategy for the upcoming election and did not rule out potential changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax. His comments come as Labor faces criticism for not making concessions to advance its key housing legislation. During the interview, the Prime Minister asserted that there is "nothing timid" about his government's actions, despite ongoing scrutiny regarding its handling of significant policy challenges.