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Western Sydney’s time as a ‘stronghold’ for either major party is over, expert says

Diversity of opinions at the ballot box in western Sydney ‘defies prediction and conventional political logic’, report says

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

The rise of catchphrase politics: six examples of how policy loses out to soundbites

Some of the biggest policy challenges of our time are going unaddressed as complexity gets crunched down into three-word slogans

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

New poll predicts Allegra Spender will win Wentworth from Liberal MP Dave Sharma

Spender-backed poll says independent will win on preference flows but is at odds with YouGov polling on the electorate

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

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Labor polling suggests Brisbane, Ryan, Bennelong and Higgins are winnable due to PM’s poor standing

Penny Wong deployed to campaign in Liberal-held seats where angry voters don’t have teal candidates to back

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Elisabeth Borne Appointed France’s New Prime Minister

Elisabeth Borne was appointed France's new prime minister on Monday to become the second woman to hold the post in the country. Borne, 61, succeeds Jean Castex, whose resignation was expected after President Emmanuel Macron’s reelection last month. Macron and Borne are expected to appoint the full government in the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 16, 2022

Australia quietly shuts down anti-terror taskforce set up after Christchurch attack

Revelation comes in wake of Buffalo shooting in US, as Australia faces criticism over response to 2019 mosque attack

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

GOOD: 2.6 Million Aussie Workers Will Be Entitled To Paid Domestic Family Violence Leave

The Fair Work Commission backed 10 days of paid domestic and family violence leave for employees under modern awards.

Pedestrian.tv · May 16, 2022

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Scott Morrison refuses to say if he’ll stand down if he loses election

Scott Morrison has refused to say if he'll stand down if he loses Saturday’s election after spending the day defending a controversial housing plan.

The New Daily · May 16, 2022

Scott Morrison 'not contemplating' quitting if he loses election, claims he can defy polls again and win a second term on Saturday

Prime Minister Scott Morrison claims he can defy national opinion polls and win Saturday's federal election, saying Australians want him to be a "more inclusive" Prime Minister if he gets another term in power.

ABC News · May 16, 2022

Labor pledges to get creative industries ‘back on track quickly’ as it announces arts policy

Opposition wants to boost Australian content on streaming services but overall policy is light on funding commitments

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Australian election briefing: Morrison’s housing sales pitch knocked off course as Albanese dodges a digger — plus ‘polite incentives’

Monday: the best of Guardian Australia’s 2022 federal election coverage

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Former Kiribati president slams Australia’s ‘politicisation’ of climate action and power of fossil fuel lobby

Five days before Australian election, Anote Tong urges leaders to understand climate crisis means ‘survival is on the line’ for Pacific islands

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Dominic Perrottet downplays Coalition’s bid for first-home buyers to access superannuation

NSW premier says allowing up to $50,000 or 40% from superannuation accounts for deposits will not solve crisis

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Labor accuses Coalition of ‘playing politics’ with national security after reports of Aukus snub

Opposition claims government is whipping up fear for election votes as WA premier Mark McGowan slams Peter Dutton’s ‘inflammatory’ rhetoric

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

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The Conversation · May 16, 2022

'Futile and cruel': plan to charge fees for immigration detention has no redeeming features

Some people in immigration detention could be asked to pay for their own incarceration, as part of a new border protection policy announced by the Coalition on Friday.

The Conversation · May 16, 2022

I want my vote to count for nature: how do the major parties stack up?

The animals and plants at risk of extinction finally made it onto the political agenda last week, as Labor and the Greens launched biodiversity policies ahead of the federal election.

The Independent UK · May 16, 2022

Former Australian envoy says Australia's lost Pacific trust

A former Australian envoy to the Solomons Islands has accused Australia’s government of losing the trust of South Pacific island countries and of ushering in greater Chinese influence

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Australian election 2022 voters’ guide: everything you need to know

How to vote, when is election day, who can you vote for and what to do if you have Covid on polling day

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The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022

Australian election 2022: from anti-vaxxers to revolutionaries, what do the minor parties running for the Senate stand for?

Know what’s behind the innocent-sounding names of more than 30 minor and micro parties running this election, and find out what the lesser-known groups are after – before you cast your vote

ABC News · May 16, 2022

Country doctor shortages are taking a toll on people's health. Mallee candidates share their healthcare plans

People in western Victoria are being diagnosed with serious illnesses later, and sometimes too late to save their lives, the Rural Doctors Association says. Here is what Mallee candidates say they will do to improve healthcare in the region.

AAP · May 16, 2022

Albanese defends Labor costing release

Anthony Albanese is yet to confirm when Labor will outline its costings before Australians head to the polls on Saturday.

ABC News · May 16, 2022

Julia Gillard endorses ACT Labor senator Katy Gallagher, saying parliament needs more 'strong, experienced women'

Former prime minister Julia Gillard has taken the rare step of endorsing a candidate for an ACT Senate seat, backing Labor's Katy Gallagher. The endorsement comes as the race for the ACT's two Senate seats tightens.

ABC News · May 16, 2022

Scott Morrison suggests Labor may have leaked AUKUS information had it been briefed sooner

Prime Minister denies Australia broke with the Biden administration when it decided not to consult Labor about its decision to scrap the French submarine program and unveil an ambitious new plan to build nuclear-powered submarines with the UK and the US.

Pedestrian.tv · May 16, 2022

The Coalition Wants To Let You Use Your Super To Buy A Home — Here’s Why That’s A Shit Idea

The Coalition has admitted its new policy to allow first homebuyers to access their super to pay for a house would jack up house prices.

AAP · May 16, 2022

NT's new chief to tackle social issues

New chief minister Natasha Fyles plans to tackle growing social issues in the Northern Territory, including alcohol abuse and property crime.

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