Albo on Trump, Dutton and ‘green and gold’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has rallied the party faithful in the election fight against the influence of two men: Peter Dutton and Donald Trump.
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‘Thorough inquiry’: Wong’s Gaza call
Australia has joined international calls for an independent inquiry into the killings of 15 Palestinian emergency workers in Gaza after Israeli forces opened fire on their convoy.
Albo tight-lipped on Darwin Port plan
The Prime Minister has accused Peter Dutton of “talking on the run” when he promised to secure new owners for the key port within six months.
Dutton eyes fight with uni bosses
The Coalition has announced details of the caps it will place on international students studying in Australia in a move it says will ease housing pressures.
Albo gets major campaign play all wrong
The Prime Minister’s campaign to be re-elected has started in a steady, controlled fashion. But one key ingredient is missing.
Dutton’s vow after footy blunder
Peter Dutton has promised he will do two things after an attempt to kick a football on the campaign trail went horribly wrong.
Labor, Coalition battle on national security
Australia’s position in the world is growing darker and now Labor and the Coalition will battle for votes on who can be trusted on national security. Here are the key policies.
This election race was over before it started
Anthony Albanese has been one of Australia’s most forgettable, boring Prime Ministers and it’s put Peter Dutton in an unusual position.
PM’s pledge to flood smashed regions
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to announce new relief for farmers smashed by once-in-a-lifetime rain, as he takes his election campaign north.
‘Champion’ former MP dies aged 77
A former MP who worked in politics for more than 30 years has died weeks out from the 2025 election, with tributes describing him as a “champion and inspiration”.
Key area that could decide election
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton were both in Western Sydney on Friday, pitching to the voters who could turn the May 3 election.
Gun register delay questioned after arrests
Labor has come under fire for its three-year national gun registry plan after loaded firearms were allegedly smuggled into the MCG during an AFL match.
Albo rules out ‘phenomenal offer’ to Trump
Anthony Albanese has hit back after Donald Trump outlined a key condition in exempting local imports from the US’s global tariff fiasco.
Call to ban Aussie women from common job
The Liberal candidate, described by Peter Dutton as “outstanding”, has made a huge call about women in Australia.
‘I didn’t fall’: Albo’s claim after stacking it
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken a tumble while getting ready for a picture opportunity in the Hunter – but he doesn’t see it the same way.
Abbie Chatfield cleared after AEC probe
The influencer’s social media posts featuring Anthony Albanese and Adam Bandt were under review to determine whether they were “political content”.
‘Game on’: ABC chair hits back at Dutton
ABC Chair Kim Williams has hit back following Peter Dutton’s threats to cut the broadcaster’s funding as part of the Coalition’s pledge to scrutinise “wasteful spending”.
Stocks crash, but rate hope on Trump tariffs
The sharemarket has been smashed after US President Donald Trump announced a 10 per cent tariff on Aussie imports, but there is a silver lining,
Huge Aussie rates call after new tariffs
If you’re an Aussie with a mortgage, Donald Trump’s massive new tariffs could impact you in a surprising way.
‘Not my mum’: Hanson’s daughter’s senate bid
The daughter of one of Australia’s most infamous politicians hopes to join her mum in the Senate.
Map shows issue has ‘never been worse’
“No part of the country has been spared” as the least affordable electorates in the country have been revealed, with renters having scarce few options.
Dutton’s $600m vow to crucial state
The Coalition has vowed $600m to upgrade agriculture and resource routes in an attempt to regain crucial seats lost in the bloodbath 2022 election.
Albo’s posts with Abbie Chatfield investigated
The AEC will review Anthony Albanese and Greens leader Adam Bandt’s social media posts with podcaster Abbie Chatfield.
Labor’s huge $1 billion wages claim
New data from a Labor-aligned think tank is being wielded to argue one of the party’s key wage policies is already working better than expected.
Liberal’s savage response to sign scandal
A Teal MP has been dealt a savage response after her husband was filmed running down the street with her Liberal rival’s campaign sign.
Ex-PM’s huge Coalition election call
One of Australia’s former prime ministers has made a huge claim about Peter Dutton’s chances against an incumbent Labor government.
‘Drums of war’: China hits out at Dutton
Peter Dutton has been accused of beating the ‘drums of war’ in a scathing piece by China’s state media, which praised the PM for having “spoke the truth”.
‘In a heartbeat’: Dutton vow on Trump
Peter Dutton has vowed to stand up to Donald Trump “in a heartbeat” as world leaders await new “Liberation Day” tariffs.
‘Self-harming’: Albo’s ruthless Trump sledge
Anthony Albanese has accused Donald Trump of “self-harming” the US economy as a new wave of tariffs loom, while Peter Dutton has fired his own shots at the PM.
Albo defends payrise for millions of Aussies
Anthony Albanese has defended backing an above-inflation pay rise for about three million of Australia’s lowest paid workers.
Trump intrudes in Australian election
If the siege Anthony Albanese endured yesterday proved one thing, it’s this: Donald Trump is very much a factor in our election.
‘Scared’: Question Albo refuses to answer
Anthony Albanese was left looking like a deer in headlights when a bold question about Donald Trump stopped him in his tracks.
‘Trap’: Coalition warned on Chinese ship
Defence Minister Richard Marles has warned the Coalition against falling into a ‘trap’ when it comes to a Chinese vessel seen off Australia’s south coast.
Australia ‘bullied’ by China, ex-PM claims
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has accused the Albanese government of allowing Australia to be “bullied and pushed around”.
RBA boss’ rate cut call on Trump tariffs
Donald Trump’s looming trade war could smash global growth and hit Australia, but RBA Governor Michele Bullock says she’s ready to defend economic growth with rate cuts.
Albo’s warning to Trump on tariff threat
The Prime Minister says there are several issues of concern the US has raised that could attract tariffs on President Donald Trump’s “Day of Liberation” list.
Dark twist after cops shoot man in arrest
The shooting of a Victorian man after he allegedly lunged at cops with a metal pole has triggered an immigration scandal.
‘Pay rent’: Dutton’s brutal jab at tradie son
Peter Dutton made a cheeky jab at his son’s expense, joking that it was time for the second-year apprentice to start paying his dues.
Australia bracing for Trump ‘Liberation Day’
Australia is preparing for ‘any outcome’ ahead of Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs, but two measures will be off the negotiating table.
Albanese’s $150m play for key seat
As he adds another state to the nation-spanning early days of his campaign, Anthony Albanese is playing defence.
Dutton’s $10m pledge to flooded Outback
Anthony Albanese has been accused of neglecting regional Australia, as southwestern Outback Queensland faces the worst flooding in years.
China ‘spy’ ship distracts Albo campaign
Anthony Albanese has been forced to address a potential Chinese spy ship off Australia, as he tried to spruik Labor’s health care plans during the election campaign.
Supermarkets hit back at Albo on prices
Supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths have slammed election pledges from Labor and the Coalition to tackle price gouging.
Issue Dutton won’t talk about: PM
The Prime Minister claims Peter Dutton is avoiding a crucial issue months after the Opposition Leader ruled out the topic for national debate.
Bombshell call in new election polls
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is closer than thought to forming a majority government, bombshell new polling has revealed.
PM’s whopping new $200 million promise
The PM is unleashing a big new chunk of spending as he shifts his focus in the election campaign to another city – and another attack line.
Poll surprise for Albo on election trail
The first polls of the election campaign have been released, showing it’s a very tight race but with one party just in front – but it’s not all good news.
‘Like a rat’: New detail on video ‘threat’ to Burke
A protester has slammed Labor MP Tony Burke for ‘scurrying like a rat through the fire escape’ after he left a Muslim prayer event due to security concerns.
Trump D-day to shake up campaign
Voters will be watching Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton closely this week, with another round of Trump tariffs set to shake up the campaign.
Price gouging to be illegal ‘by end of year’
Laws to make price gouging at supermarkets will go before parliament by “the end of the year” if Labor is elected, its campaign spokesman has declared.
’Why are you lying’: Dutton event crashed
Climate protesters have crashed a second Peter Dutton event on a dramatic first day of campaigning for the May 3 federal election.
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?
‘Takes time’: Albo’s plea in TV pitch
The first television ads of the federal election campaign, with Anthony Albanese asking Australians to stick with him and Peter Dutton saying he can do better.
‘Got my vote’: Gen Z lose it over PM move
An army of “new media” is creating a stir in the lead-up to the Australian Federal election, giving insight into Albo’s recent polarising question time stunt.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
Grim immigration outlook for Aussie business
A fall in overseas arrivals into Australia could put further pressures on struggling businesses, an economist has warned.
‘Ludicrous’: Controversial super tax exposed
It’s a controversial policy dubbed an “economy killer”, but one detail tucked in Anthony Albanese’s “cost of living” budget reveals Labor is full steam ahead.
AFP boss’ election warning as threats spike
The AFP boss says the number of threats against politicians has nearly doubled in the past four years.
Aussies eligible for streamlined US travel
Eligible Aussie travellers will benefit from fast-tracked travel through US airports via a new government program.
Major change for group of Aussie workers
A big change being brought in across thousands of businesses is expected to benefit almost four million Aussie workers.
‘Stupid’: Chalmers blasts Coalition tax plan
The federal treasurer has blasted the opposition for a “stunningly stupid admission” during an animated debate on income tax in parliament.
Deleted X post as election fever hits
A quickly-deleted post made by the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s official account has raised eyebrows as election anticipation nears fever pitch.
What happened to dead fish after parliament
Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young has revealed what happened to a dead salmon after she whipped it out during question time.
Dutton to cut 40,000 jobs in DOGE-style move
Peter Dutton’s Elon Musk-style efficiency pledge will put thousands of Australian public servants in the Coalition’s firing line.
‘Real risk’: Musk warning as election looms
The federal government has been grilled over fears tech billionaire Elon Musk might “agitate for far-right politics in Australia” during the election.
Aussies lose it over Albo’s awkward sledge
Four words from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sent young Aussies into a meltdown – but there’s more to the story.
Questions over missing royal portrait
A leading public servant has been asked to explain why portraits of the King or Queen no longer hang in one of the country’s biggest departments.
Chalmers budget unlikely to sway RBA
Cost of living relief and a modest tax cut are unlikely to slow the RBA’s progress on cutting rates, according to analysts.
Albo’s invite to Trump despite tariff threat
The offer comes amid fears Australia could be further caught up in Donald Trump’s increasingly aggressive tariff war, with an announcement due next week.
Chalmers’ huge call on ciggie tax
The Treasurer’s comments follow plunging rates of revenue driven by the tobacco excise as smokers turn to the black market for cheaper cigarettes.
‘Cruel hoax’: New tax cut blasted
A $5-a-week tax cut from the Albanese government has backfired, with industry panning the move and the Opposition labelling it nothing but a ‘cruel hoax’.
‘Eye candy’: ‘Election’ budget slammed
Other than the Medicare investment, there is a general consensus the federal budget falls short and leaves a lot of Australians behind.
‘Delulu’: Albo’s Gen-Z reply to tax cut fury
The Prime Minister has branded the opposition “delulu with no solulu” after scathing criticism of his government’s proposed income tax cuts.
‘It’s downright weird’: Deep flaw with budget
The government’s newly announced tax cuts are already being called too small. But that’s not the weirdest thing about them.
Budget winners and losers revealed
From a promise to slash HECS debt to a surprise tax cut for all working Aussies. Here’s how Labor’s pre-election budget pitch will affect you.
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