The Latest Breaking News from Federal Election

Albanese Promises To Freeze Tax On Tap Beer For Two Years If Re-Elected

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has promised to freeze tax on draught beer if Labor is re-elected in the upcoming Federal Election.

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 1, 2025

Why Queensland is home to maverick politicians like Clive Palmer and Pauline Hanson

Queensland is set to play a large role in next month's federal election, and the state's maverick politicians could be key to the outcome. What makes them so popular in the Sunshine State?

ABC News · Apr 18, 2022

Scott Morrison says he misspoke after claiming the JobSeeker unemployment payment had risen to $46 a week

The Prime Minister clarifies his comments about the increase to the JobSeeker rate, after incorrectly claiming the unemployment benefit had risen to $46 a week since the last federal election.

ABC News · Apr 18, 2022

Federal election candidates in Hinkler must address youth unemployment, leaders say

Tanya Stevenson knows what young people need to find work. She believes candidates in this Queensland seat held by a Morrison government minister need to rethink their dated ideas.

ABC News · Apr 13, 2022

JobSeeker rate to remain untouched after election after Labor ditches plans to review it

Out-of-work Australians will not receive any substantial boost to their unemployment benefit, regardless of who wins the federal election, with Labor dumping plans to review the rate of JobSeeker.

ABC News · Apr 12, 2022

Key battleground for federal election gets personal as more candidates join race

The battle for one marginal seat could come down to wild-card candidates, as the race turns personal in the Western Sydney federal seat of Parramatta.

ABC News · Apr 12, 2022

Scott Morrison has made a federal election pledge to create 1.3 million jobs. Here's why post-COVID immigration might play a big part

Scott Morrison has made a seemingly bold pledge to create 1.3 million jobs over five years. Here's why it's got a lot to do with international borders, and why it might sound so familiar.

ABC News · Apr 12, 2022

New Zealand opposition concerned Labor aged care commitment could have 'negative impact' on country

New Zealand's opposition party launches a rare intervention into the Australian federal election campaign, raising concerns about Labor's plan to rely on skilled migration to boost nurse numbers in aged care homes.

ABC News · Apr 11, 2022

Anthony Albanese stumbles, can't name cash or unemployment rate on day one of federal election campaign

Anthony Albanese says he made a mistake after being unable to recall key economic figures while trying to spruik Labor's credentials for government. The Opposition Leader says he takes full responsibility for the mistake.

ABC News · Apr 11, 2022

What Is The 2022 Australian Federal Election Date?

The next Australian Federal Election is fast approaching — but what is the election date and how will COVID affect voting?

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 3, 2022