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Gap between Labor, coalition remains tight: polls

Labor and the coalition are breathing down each other's necks on a two-party preferred basis in the run-up to the 2024/25 federal budget, two polls show.

Tasmania vote a lesson for federal Labor and Liberals

With a federal election looming the major parties are looking to the Apple Isle for lessons with another hung parliament on the cards in Tasmania.

ALP support nudges ahead of coalition again: Newspoll

Newspoll suggests support for Labor has bounced back and has pulled ahead of the coalition opposition.

Labor MP Peta Murphy dies aged 50 after cancer battle

Labor MP Peta Murphy has died at the age of 50 following a battle with breast cancer, the prime minister has announced.

Labor strikes deal to pass Murray-Darling changes

The Albanese government has secured the support of the final crossbench senator it needs to get its contentious Murray-Darling Basin laws over the line.

Indigenous leader and Labor luminary Pat Dodson retires

Labor senator Pat Dodson is quitting politics after being diagnosed with cancer, with his resignation to take effect on January 26.

Labor’s poll slump linked to cost of living pressures

Newspoll suggests support for the Labor government has taken a hit and it is tied with the coalition on a two-party preferred basis.

Albanese, Labor take Newspoll hit after voice defeat

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's approval rating has suffered a sharp fall in the latest Newspoll as the opposition targets Labor's handling of cost of living.

Jacinta Allan wins race to become Victorian premier

Victoria has its first woman as premier in 30 years, with Jacinta Allan chosen by Labor to replace Daniel Andrews. 

Scandals involving the Daniel Andrews Government

Governments under Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews have been peppered with scandals and allegations of wrongdoing during two terms in office.

Labor, Greens strike deal to deliver $10b housing fund

The Greens have struck a deal to pass the Albanese government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund through parliament.

Coalition leads Labor on primary vote in latest poll

The latest Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote has slipped to 35 per cent with the coalition ahead on 37 per cent.

Labor faces call for ‘Plan B’ as voice support falls

A key independent senator says the federal government should start thinking about a "Plan B" for improving Indigenous wellbeing, as support drops for the voice. The latest Newspoll shows support for the referendum...

Poll indicates voter backlash against major parties

The latest Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote is at its lowest level since the election, with the Coalition also losing ground.

Albanese spruiks larger-than-expected budget surplus

Anthony Albanese says a larger-than-expected surplus is due to responsible budget management but the opposition says it's "dumb luck".

Fit the Bill: Australia’s stance on AUKUS and Palestine – The ALP’s choice

Two of the bigger issues to be discussed at the Australian Labor Party’s upcoming national conference will be AUKUS and Australian recognition of Palestine.

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