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Economy, climate and trust at centre of Australia's May 21 election

Australia will hold a general election on May 21, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Sunday, triggering a campaign expected to be fought over cost-of-living pressures, climate change and questions of trust and competence of the major parties.

Reuters · Apr 10, 2022

Albanese promises to unite country

Anthony Albanese is promising to unite the country if he wins the May 21 election after the prime minister finally set a six-week campaign in motion.

AAP · Apr 9, 2022

Federal election: Scott Morrison says 'this election is about you', Anthony Albanese says he wants to 'restore faith' in politics

Announcing a May 21 federal poll, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says people are "tired of politics" and Labor leader Anthony Albanese says "we can and must do better".

ABC News · Apr 9, 2022

Morrison and Albanese are facing off in the election. This is what the polls have to say — and what to look for next

There is one thing more certain than pollies kissing babies on the campaign trail: You're going to see a lot of opinion polling. We are making reading them easier for you.

ABC News · Apr 9, 2022

Morrison calls election for May 21

Scott Morrison has called the federal election for May 21 after informing the governor-general of his intention to dissolve parliament.

AAP · Apr 9, 2022

Scott Morrison touches on bushfires in campaign advertisement as Anthony Albanese claims underdog status

The Prime Minister releases a social media ad, acknowledging "things are tough" and providing the clearest sign yet the election will be called on Sunday, while the Opposition Leader declares himself the underdog entering the race.

ABC News · Apr 9, 2022

Plans to shake up Pastoral Act scrapped as government shifts focus to conservation

A major shake-up of the governance of South Australia's outback has been scrapped as the newly elected state government takes a more conservation-based approach.

ABC News · Apr 9, 2022

Ray joins khaki election, declares war on PM

The Libs' Paterson candidate, Brooke Vitnell, was perhaps fortunate to be out of town when Scott Morrison dropped into Edgeworth Tavern this week to exchange pleasantries with the locals.

Newcastle Herald · Apr 8, 2022

Defence blocks access to advice on location choice for Australia’s nuclear submarines base

Labor demands government reveal how it shortlisted Brisbane, Newcastle and Port Kembla as potential sites for base

The Guardian - AU · Apr 8, 2022

Government defends flurry of appointments to key roles of former Coalition staffers and MPs

Morrison government accused of rushing in appointments prior to election amid latest announcements

The Guardian - AU · Apr 8, 2022