“I am my own man and I make my own decisions,” a set of talking points written by Peta Credlin for Tony Abbott says.

The detailed notes, leaked to the media, say that while Credlin had an important role in the day-to-day operation of the government, she didn’t have any influence over decision-making .

“Look, of course I always listen to a range of views. But as Prime Minister the buck always stopped with me [add emphasis on me],” the notes continue.

“Look, of course I always listen to a range of views. But as Prime Minister the buck always stopped with me. Add emphasis on me,” Mr Abbott said today.

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