$200 a year: Blow to PM as power bills to rise again
In bad news for households and Anthony Albanese, regulated electricity prices are set to rise by up to $200 a year in some parts of Australia. Find out where, take our poll.
Federal Election
Pub quiz: Should Aussie politicians spend more time at their local?
We often hear about political decisions ‘passing the pub test’ or not – but my observation is you rarely see a politician in one, and it might be in their interests to change that, writes Robert Schwarten.
Teals on the edge of oblivion
Disappointed voters are turning on the rockstar independent MPs – see where the support is going in our exclusive new poll.
‘Disaster, indecisive’: Aussies lash budget call before election
Readers have had their say on how the March 25 budget may play a part in who they vote for in the federal election. See the issues that matter to them most.
Blow for Coalition in latest Newspoll
A majority of voters don’t believe the Coalition is ready to govern, despite maintaining a lead over Labor. Vote in our polls.
Poll reveals how Aussies rate Treasurer contenders
Startling poll results reveal how Aussies feel about Treasurer Jim Chalmers and his chief opponent Angus Taylor. See the results.
Voters want PM who can manage Australia’s relationship with Trump
A new poll has revealed who is better equipped to navigate Australia’s relationship with US President Donald Trump – Peter Dutton or Anthony Albanese.
What being the Prime Minister is worth
Properties, salaries and the perks of being Australia’s leader. This is Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s gifts and holdings explained.
‘Donkey vote, corflute’: Common election jargon explained
From donkey vote to democracy sausage and pork-barrelling, there are many words used during a federal election. Here, we explain what some of the common ones mean.
What being Opposition Leader is worth
Properties, salaries and the perks of being Australia’s Opposition leader. These are Peter Dutton’s gifts and holdings explained.
Best of our political cartoons
These are the best illustrations from our cartoonists who capture the funny side of what’s going on in federal politics.
Election Shorts
WATCH: Australia’s Voter Verdict uncensored on the Federal Election
Why the seat of Gilmore in New South Wales is one to watch in the federal election
The key seats in Victoria that could determine the federal election
‘We can win’: Peter Dutton on becoming PM
Albo responds to Dutton’s ‘fantasy’ plan
Dutton: Not a zealot for nuclear, but only way for ‘stable market’
Kennett – Victoria to be THE battle ground state in the Federal election
More Election News
‘Sook’: Host blasted on Turnbull comments
Sky News commentator Andrew Bolt has defended Malcolm Turnbull’s right to free speech on Donald Trump.
‘Good chance’: Rich-lister tips 23-seat win
A rich-lister believes at least 23 out of the 35 candidates backed by his Climate 200 group have a “very good” chance of winning at the federal election.
Albo’s cyclone call could change election
Anthony Albanese’s handling of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred could better his fortunes as he heads into an election facing grim poll numbers.
Urgent warning five years after Covid
It’s been five years since Covid up-ended the world and threw millions of Aussies into lockdown, and experts warn we’re not ready for the next one.
Liberal deal for Muslim votes rings hypocritical
The Coalition has picked a side in western Sydney with the Muslim Votes movement, and it is not the side they are telling people they’re on, writes Joe Hildebrand.
How Alfred and Albo left public servants choking on chardonnay
Bureaucrats had desks packed, banking on an April 12 election and weeks cooling their heels in “caretaker mode”. Until a cyclone blew up their — and the PM’s — election plans.
‘Not a party’: Dutton defends mansion visit
Peter Dutton has defended his decision to fly from Queensland to Sydney for a fundraiser at Justin Hemmes’ mansion, as new details about the controversial trip emerge.
‘Not ready’: What Australia thinks of Dutton
Voters fear the Coalition is “not ready” to govern after one-term in opposition – and women have the biggest doubts.
Labor urged to resist pre-budget cash splash
Hardworking taxpayers will boost Labor’s budget bottom line by as much as $12 billion, as economists urge the government not to squander the “lucky” windfall on a pre-election cash splash.
‘I lied to get my first job and made $450k in four months’
Clive Palmer is not just rich, he’s cartoonishly rich. But when he says he owns 110 Rolls Royces, it’s not quite accurate. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS
Peter Dutton vows to declare national anti-Semitism emergency
Jewish leaders have written to both Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton calling on them to adopt a 15-point plan to tackle anti-Semitism as Australia inches closer to the federal election.
Libs raise $500k at swanky event as dollars roll in for Dutton
An event with fewer than 20 invited guests has raised $500,000 for the Liberal Party, with sources saying leader Peter Dutton has the Midas touch when it comes to fundraising. Read details in The Sauce.
Albo: Election can wait as cyclone hits April poll plans
Cyclone Alf has scuppered any plans Anthony Albanese had for calling an April election this weekend. The current stormfront’s the only issue he’s invested in at the moment.
‘We need a leader like Trump’ undecided voters blunt analysis
They are real Aussies, just like you. Undecided voters sharing uncensored opinions on the policies and the promises during the upcoming federal election. Watch their take on the upcoming federal election.
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.
Albo provides key election update
Anthony Albanese has provided an update as Tropical Cyclone Alfred scuppers any plans for an early federal election.
PM cans April election as Alfred nears
Anthony Albanese says now is not the time for politics as millions face the onslaught of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, ending speculation he will call the election this weekend.
‘Infected’: MP’s big call on human rights body
An MP has delivered a sharp attack on Australia’s $43m human rights body, suggesting it should be folded up for failing to defend Jewish Aussies.
‘Disaster’: Labor staffer unleashes on Albo
A Labor insider has unleashed on Anthony Albanese in an extraordinary interview, calling the PM “weak”, “arrogant” and an “ineffectual buffoon”.
Libs plot deal with Muslim vote movement to ambush Burke
The Liberal Party is plotting a preference deal with the pro-Palestine Muslim Vote movement in an effort to oust senior minister and possible future PM Tony Burke from his south west Sydney seat.
$750k bill: Curtains for bureaucrats’ NIDA acting lessons
More than $750,000 worth of contracts have been signed to deliver ‘acting’ and ‘storytelling’ lessons to bureaucrats in Anthony Albanese’s first term of government.
PM’s brief Queensland cyclone visit nothing but a votes grab
Proof that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is here to win votes has come directly from his own mouth – and it shows what is so wrong with politics in this country.
Albo refuses to rule out calling election in cyclone aftermath
The election campaign could kick off as early as this weekend despite a looming cyclone, with the Prime Minister refusing to rule out the move.
Maiden: Trump circus gets worse for both Albo and Dutton
Peter Dutton is now trying to distance himself from the Temu Trump idea while Anthony Albanese just shocked everyone, writes Samantha Maiden.
Dutton urges Albo not to call election now
Peter Dutton has urged Anthony Albanese not to call an election this weekend, warning the PM he would have a “tin ear” to make the call amid cyclone chaos.
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