‘Completely out of touch’: Dutton rips into Albo over ‘sledge-a-thon’
Peter Dutton has said we “can’t afford three more years of Labor”, after PM Anthony Albanese attacked him and teared up as he called the election for May 3.
Federal Election
Why this federal election is so important
Australian politics is chaotic and dysfunctional. This federal election is already historic before it has already begun, argues Joe Hildebrand. Here’s why.
Greens-Teal preference deal in key seat for Peter Dutton
A Greens representative has urged voters in a key Sydney electorate to vote for a Teal independent.
Vote now: Ask Albo and Dutton your burning questions
Get unprecedented access to the 2025 federal election campaign with the chance to grill Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton on the issues that matter to you. VOTING OPEN NOW
Vote now: Albo the ascendant after Dutton peaks too early
Labor has a spring in its step following an interest-rate cut and a shocking couple of months for Peter Dutton, writes Paul Williams. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Why Albo is planning to call the election date now
While the PM is coy about when he will visit the Governor-General, rumours are swirling. But before any Liberals say “not fair”, there’s also a whiff of payback in the timing of Labor’s strategy.
Bolt: Federal Treasurer the voice of little authority
Australians are getting poorer but our Treasurer speaks with such certainty that many voters probably reckon he must really know his stuff. His National Press Club appearance, however, exposed how clueless he really is.
Teals feel the heat as Libs close gap in Melbourne seats
Peter Dutton and the Liberal Party are closing in on recapturing Victoria’s two Teal seats, new polling reveals, as voters are driven by cost of living issues.
Newspoll: Two key groups losing faith in Labor and Dutton
The results of the latest Newspoll ahead of the upcoming election show eroding support for the major parties among two important demographics.
‘The lad vote’: Proof men’s power is back
An intriguing trend in political polling could spell electoral chaos for Anthony Albanese, with the rise of the ‘lad vote’ smashing a long-held norm.
Video analysis: The seats that will decide next PM
These key seats and their undecided voters have the most power to decide Australia’s fate when the nation heads to the polls. WATCH THE VIDEO
Seven issues that will decide the federal election winner
These are the key issues the federal election will be fought on, and how Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton will tackle them.
Federal election 2025: All your questions answered
With the end of the three-year federal government term rapidly approaching, here’s everything you need to know about casting your vote.
Best of our election race cartoons
These are the best illustrations from our cartoonists who capture the funny side of what’s going on in the federal election race. SEE THE PICTURES.
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Hundreds of furious farmers’ Albo message
Anthony Albanese officially called the election for May 3, with angry farmers in one state wasting no time sending a message to the PM.
Warning on early voting for May 3 election
The election has been called, politicians have made their opening pitches and the campaign trail has begun. But what happens now?
Very bad news for Albo as election called
A new survey has revealed what Australians are really thinking just weeks out from the election – and there is a very clear favourite to win.
Battleground seats to decide Albo’s fate
With an election now just weeks away, these are the electorates that could decide the fate of Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton.
Battleground seats to decide Albo’s fate
With an election now just weeks away, these are the electorates that could decide the fate of Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton.
Betting odds show clear election favourite
Albo and Dutton haven’t even hit the campaign trail, but betting agencies have already set a “clear favourite” as to who will be our next prime minister.
Posh gran’s Chanel lipstick stunt exposed
Stunning footage has captured the moment three posh women – one armed with Chanel lipstick – defaced an election poster in an affluent Sydney suburb.
Albo reveals day Aussies will hit the polls
Australians will head to the polls in just a few weeks to vote in the next parliament of Australia. Here’s what you need to know.
Shock new poll set to swing election
Shortly before the Prime Minister announced Australians will head to a federal election, new research laid out the challenge ahead.
Seven-day deadline as election called
The starting gun for the 2025 Federal Election has finally been fired, sparking a crucial seven-day deadline every Australian should know about.
What Albo, Dutton will do for your budget
With cost-of-living shaping to be the dominant election issue, here’s what the major parties are promising to help ease your budget bottom line.
Dutton’s bold plan as PM to slash migration in fiery speech
Peter Dutton used his budget reply speech to spruik himself as the next John Howard, revealing how he will slash migration, the public service and energy prices. VOTE IN OUR POLL
‘No tax cuts’: Huge call on brink of election
Peter Dutton has used a key pre-election speech to detail how he will reduce energy bills and divert gas into Australia’s energy grid, but rules out tax cuts.
‘If you want big immigration, you need big infrastructure’
A pilot has set his flight path to Canberra in a bid for the Sunshine Coast seat of Fairfax as an independent candidate. VOTE IN OUR POLL
LNP cracks on with $3.78bn stadium plan as election stalls cash deal
Queensland will forge ahead with work on Brisbane’s behemoth Olympic stadium at Victoria Park despite failing to strike a cash deal with the Albanese government before the federal election.
‘Unusual’: Dutton declares his plan better
He has declared his fuel excise plan and push to tackle the cost of living by slashing migration a better deal for families.
40,000 public servants face axe: Dutton
Peter Dutton has outlined his alternative vision as PM in a major speech to Parliament, billing the election as a “sliding door moment” for Australia.
40,000 public servants face axe: Dutton
Peter Dutton has outlined his alternative vision as PM in a major speech to Parliament, billing the election as a “sliding door moment” for Australia.
Major problem with NDIS
The cost of the National Disability Service is expected to go under the microscope this election as experts call out decision-makers for doing the ‘wrong thing’ by both the disabled and taxpayers.
‘A leader like Trump’: Undecided Aussies’ election hopes
These undecided Aussies are sharing uncensored opinions on the policies and the promises that will decide who wins the federal election. See the video.
Embarrassing slip as PM to call federal election date
Anthony Albanese is finalising plans to call the federal election on Friday. It comes amid an embarrassing incident for bureaucrats who hastily deleted a tweet.
‘Temu Trump’: Dutton mocked to his face
Wild sledges flowed during the last parliamentary sitting before Australians head to the polls, with the Speaker needing to intervene.
Is this punch-drunk Albo’s knockout blow?
It almost looks like Anthony Albanese could have channelled Muhammad Ali’s most famous moment on purpose.
Voter Verdict: Get to know your panel for the federal election
These undecided Australians represent millions who are sitting on the fence this federal election. Find out what makes them tick and how the major parties can earn their vote. See the video.
Penbo: Albo’s tax trick races Dutton’s dumb ‘plan’ to a sad low
Remember when leaders like Bob Hawke or John Howard had the backbone to take on the real challenges facing Australia, writes David Penberthy.
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