Despite Tony Abbott's leadership being the major focus when parliament resumes, the government's unpopular GP co-payment could be this week's only casualty.
The prime minister is expected to dump the $5 doctors charge after consulting with his cabinet and party room, putting an end to a policy that has only caused him heartache.
Asked about the backflip, Mr Abbott said it was no secret the government had been "rethinking some policies".
"We are consulting with the medical profession. Those consultations are continuing, but at some point in time I'd certainly expect to have more to say," he told reporters in New Zealand on the weekend.
Mr Abbott will attempt to keep the parliament's focus on national security and the economy, with the introduction of metadata laws and the release of the intergenerational report.
But that could be overshadowed by leadership tension, with talk of another spill motion on Tuesday.
Senior Liberals are talking down the prospect of a second vote, just three weeks after Mr Abbott defeated the last motion by 61 to 39.
"The prime minister has my support. He has the support of the cabinet," touted leadership contender Malcolm Turnbull told reporters on Sunday.
The government is hoping to secure support for new laws to force telecommunications firms to keep customer data for two years, to better help police and security agencies track down terrorists and organised crime rings.
Treasurer Joe Hockey will seek to spark a national debate about budget pressures and the economy with the release of the intergenerational report on Thursday.
The five-yearly review by Treasury looks at the impact of demographic change on economic growth, the financial implications of policies and trends over the next four decades.
Independent MP Bob Katter will push his private member's bill to overhaul food labelling on Monday, after the frozen berry Hepatitis A outbreak.
In the Senate, the government will seek the support of crossbenchers to pass laws cracking down on union corruption.
On Thursday, Australian Motoring Enthusiasts Party senator Ricky Muir will deliver his first speech - eight months after he took his seat in the upper house.
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