How to watch Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton’s first election debate
Critical debate looms for both Albanese and Dutton - here’s how to watch.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will try to ram home his case for re-election, while Opposition Leader Peter Dutton will attempt to pull the rug out from under him, when the two clash for their first debate of the campaign tonight.
The Sky News/Daily Telegraph People’s Forum will be broadcast live from western Sydney, with viewers able to tune in on this masthead’s website and app, or on Sky News with the debate kicking off at 7.30pm Tuesday.
The debate between the two leaders will be moderated by Sky News chief news anchor Kieran Gilbert, with Mr Albanese and Mr Dutton answering questions selected from a crowd of 100 undecided voters.
It’ll be the first debate of the campaign and comes at a crucial juncture for both.
For Opposition leader Mr Dutton, a victory at the debate will enable him to shake off a start so sluggish it has led to internal rumblings within the Coalition.
Otherwise, Mr Albanese – after a strong start to the election campaign – could be reminded a week is a long time in politics, if a bad showing allows Mr Dutton to seize the narrative for the coming weeks.
It’s understood former Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has been used as a sparring partner to sharpen the Prime Minister’s debating skills.
“I look forward to discussing not just with Peter Dutton, but as well…the people who come along to ask questions…,” he said on Tuesday when asked about Andrews’ help.
Where to watch the debate tonight?
Subscribers to this masthead can watch online.
Those wanting to watch the debate can also stream at SkyNews.com.au or by downloading the Sky News Australia app.
It can also be viewed on Foxtel and Flash, Sky News Regional or Sky News Now.
What time is the debate tonight?
The debate will start at 7.30pm AEST.
Will there be a winner?
The result will be revealed on this masthead’s website as well as during Paul Murray Live at 9pm.
What will the candidates be asked?
Peter Dutton will be looking to realign the campaign after a sluggish start, as well as regain trust over the Coalition’s plans for cost of living and wages.
The Opposition Leader is also likely to be asked about his recent WFH backflip which sparked controversy, as well as his fuel excise plan.
Anthony Albanese will hope to control the narrative and argue that Australians will be worse off under the Coalition.
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The Prime Minister will also be quizzed on why Australians can expect the nation’s economy to improve after the previous term under Labor.
Who is expected to win the debate?
While it’s hard to tell who may slip up or shine, the latest Newspoll has Labor leading 52 to 48 per cent on a two-party preferred basis, the same figures Labor held in 2022.
Originally published as How to watch Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton’s first election debate
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