PM says security risks won't stop him, has faith in AFP Australian election campaigns are characterised by close engagement between politicians and voters, but security threats risk limiting one-to-one interactions. AAP · Apr 16, 2025
Bridget McKenzie admits she was wrong to claim Russia and China want Albanese to win election Coalition frontbencher’s comments come after PM accuses Dutton of ‘verballing’ Indonesia’s president over Russian military encroachment The Guardian - AU · Apr 16, 2025
Lambie says Russia-Indonesia matter ‘overblown’ by Dutton – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2025
Safe seat syndrome? Why some hospitals get upgrades and others miss out On his campaign trail, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged A$200 million to upgrade St John of God Midland Public Hospital in Perth. He promised more beds and operating theatres, and a redesigned obstetrics and neonatal unit. The Conversation · Apr 15, 2025
Half way through the campaign, how are the major party leaders faring? More than two weeks in, we know one thing for sure. This time, the election campaign does matter. The Conversation · Apr 15, 2025
Bullish health promises under microscope before debate The prime minister insists there's ample evidence urgent care clinics have led to shorter hospital wait times, despite a report saying it's too soon to tell. AAP · Apr 15, 2025
Muslim advocacy group to preference Greens above Labor in some seats despite disagreement on religious freedom Muslim Votes Matter concerned about policy preventing religious schools from discriminating against teachers or students The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2025
Australia investigating after report claims Russia seeking access to Indonesian military base Australian defence minister says Jakarta assured him report ‘simply not true’ The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025
Election Diary: for a few hours, it seemed possible the Russians might be coming For a few hours on Tuesday afternoon, it seemed just possible the Russians might be sending their planes to a base very near us. The Conversation · Apr 15, 2025
Afternoon Update Election 2025: PM’s concern after report Russia wants Indonesian aircraft base; Greens cancel party on Anzac Day; and Dutton at his tenth bowser Officials seeking further information, PM says, after news report on Russia seeking airbase on Australia’s northern doorstep The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2025
Property price stance not safe as houses for leaders As they aim to win over first homebuyers, party leaders have tried to strike a delicate balance in not spooking existing owners on property values. AAP · Apr 15, 2025
Australia reassured Indonesia won't host Russian planes Australia has been assured Indonesia won't allow Russian aircraft on its bases as political leaders denounced Vladimir Putin as a "murderous dictator". AAP · Apr 15, 2025
Anthony Albanese backs Australian cafe owner in Canada over reported Vegemite stoush with local authorities Australian PM says dispute over added vitamins in breakfast spread is ‘rather odd’ given Canada accepts shipments of UK’s Marmite The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2025
Indonesia dismisses report Russia seeking to base aircraft in country as ‘simply not true’, Australia says Australian defence minister Richard Marles says he has spoken to Indonesian counterpart about report Moscow filed official request over military aircraft The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2025
The Conversation · Apr 15, 2025 Labor surges to 7-point lead in Resolve poll, and has sizeable leads in two other national polls There’s been a significant turnaround in the national polls ahead of the 2025 federal election, with the momentum now moving firmly in Labor’s direction.
AAP · Apr 15, 2025 Puppies and petrol stations as Dutton keeps on trucking After cuddling a cavoodle and chatting to an apprentice, Peter Dutton made his 10th petrol station stop of the election campaign as he tries to win over voters.
AAP · Apr 15, 2025 Buoyed PM touts Aussie values not 'Americanised' health The prime minister has talked up his personal connection to Medicare as he defends Labor's slender hold on one battleground seat.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 14, 2025 Morning Mail: Cracks in Liberals’ nuclear story, Trump doubles down on deportation, Katy Perry in space Victorian party leader distances himself from Coalition policy as poll points to increased Labor lead
The Conversation · Apr 14, 2025 Trainwrecks and triumphs: the 10 best books about the political campaign trail, chosen by experts Phantasmagorical policy promises, TV meltdowns, gonzo journalists … political campaigns were once the stuff of passion and high drama. We asked 10 experts to nominate their favourite book about the hustings hustle.
AAP · Apr 14, 2025 PM looking forward as clock ticks for lagging Liberals Labor has been buoyed by a run of strong polls as the coalition looks to claw back lost ground as the clock ticks down before early voting opens.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 14, 2025 Coalition scores just 1/100 points for environment and climate policies from conservation organisation Australian Conservation Foundation says opposition has ‘failed every single test’ while Labor passes with 54% and Greens achieve 98%
The Conversation · Apr 14, 2025 Election Diary: Will Peter Dutton help son Harry buy a house? Political leaders’ kids are routinely put on display to share the glory or the pain of election night. Earlier, they’re often at campaign launches to “humanise” the candidates.
AAP · Apr 14, 2025 Summit hope for state if election climate favours Labor The Festival State's premier hopes his federal colleagues win the May 3 election and then secure hosting rights for a United Nations global climate summit.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 14, 2025 Afternoon Update Election 2025: leaders brush off housing policy criticisms; Liberals release diss track; and Labor smoothes over awkward greeting Parties accuse each other of costly ‘sugar hit’ announcements as expert says they would exacerbate problem they are trying to solve
AAP · Apr 14, 2025 PM downplays awkward air kiss as campaign heads south After an awkward exchange with Tanya Plibersek on the campaign trail, Anthony Albanese has refused to say whether his purported rival will keep her portfolio.