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'Hold the line': politicians say goodbye ahead of poll

'Hold the line': politicians say goodbye ahead of poll

Retiring politicians have issued rallying calls to the nation to remain optimistic about the future as they bid farewell ahead of a federal election.

Invincible no more: by-election puts Labor on notice

Invincible no more: by-election puts Labor on notice

Invincible no more: by-election puts Labor on notice

Invincible no more: by-election puts Labor on notice

With a state by-election result hanging on a knife edge, voters have fired a "warning shot" at Labor ahead of the upcoming federal election.

Draft electoral donations cap to be raised after talks

Draft electoral donations cap to be raised after talks

Draft electoral donations cap to be raised after talks

Draft electoral donations cap to be raised after talks

Draft caps and thresholds for federal election spending will increase as Labor negotiates with the Liberals to pass electoral reform before parliament rises.

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Greens concede Prahran as Werribee hangs in the balance

Greens concede Prahran as Werribee hangs in the balance

A Liberal candidate has wrested an inner-city seat from the Greens in one of two state by-elections, as the other political contest remains too close to call.

'Recovery operation' poll for battered state Liberals

'Recovery operation' poll for battered state Liberals

A former Liberal premier in Australia's surplus-rich west can see light at the end of the tunnel for his party as another election defeat looms.

Teals bet on hung parliament to force gambling ad ban

Teals bet on hung parliament to force gambling ad ban

Independent crossbenchers will leverage their votes in a minority government to force action on banning betting advertising after Labor failed to act.

'Sense of optimism' as PM rallies Labor, goes on attack

'Sense of optimism' as PM rallies Labor, goes on attack

As politicians prepare to hit the hustings, the prime minister welcomes the start of the parliamentary year with confidence and a new attack line.

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Mystery money for MPs shines light on 'dark' donations

Mystery money for MPs shines light on 'dark' donations

Mystery money for MPs shines light on 'dark' donations

Mystery money for MPs shines light on 'dark' donations

Independents want greater transparency into who is bankrolling political parties, with the origins of almost half of donations a mystery.

Confusion over Liberal plan to cut public service

Confusion over Liberal plan to cut public service

Confusion over Liberal plan to cut public service

Confusion over Liberal plan to cut public service

The opposition leader has vowed to slash the number of public sector workers but his frontbenchers have been more reserved, instead focusing on efficiency.

Unlikely alliance spells danger for Labor in key seats

Unlikely alliance spells danger for Labor in key seats

Unlikely alliance spells danger for Labor in key seats

Unlikely alliance spells danger for Labor in key seats

A federal candidate backed by The Muslim Vote is in negotiations with the Liberals, Greens and other independents to preference Labor last in a must-win seat.

Putin ally wins seventh term in Belarus election 'sham'

Putin ally wins seventh term in Belarus election 'sham'

Putin ally wins seventh term in Belarus election 'sham'

Putin ally wins seventh term in Belarus election 'sham'

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has won a seventh term in office, according to the country's electoral commission.

'Not enough': PM concedes more needed to win election

'Not enough': PM concedes more needed to win election

'Not enough': PM concedes more needed to win election

'Not enough': PM concedes more needed to win election

Selling a vision for the future, rather than dwelling on past achievements, is the prime minister's blueprint for winning over voters to secure a second term.

Tax changes ruled out as treasurer launches food fight

Tax changes ruled out as treasurer launches food fight

Tax changes ruled out as treasurer launches food fight

Tax changes ruled out as treasurer launches food fight

Cost of living remains a major focus of the upcoming federal election, with each party spruiking policies to address pressure on household budgets.

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up

Labor is trailing the opposition just months before Australians head to the polls, but the prime minister says his government can give voters what they want.

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Minority report tips a return to 'ruthless' opposition

History could be repeated as the possibility of a minority government looms but veteran politicians say this could resurrect a ruthless opposition force.

Bill Shorten to quit politics early, sparking reshuffle

Retiring Labor minister Bill Shorten will leave politics earlier than expected, giving his party the opportunity for a refresh before the federal election.

PM energised as Nats use nuclear to hunt coal-rich seat

Labor and the coalition are sharpening their political attacks as party leaders heat up the energy debate during visits to key electorates.

Pollies draw up election blueprints as vote looms

With just a few months before Australians hit the polls, the major parties have their work cut out for them as they scramble to perfect their public images.

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Dutton makes personal pitch at coalition campaign rally

Peter Dutton has talked up his working-class origins at a campaign rally as he seeks to connect with voters ahead of the federal election.

PM finishes three-state blitz with key message

Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have launched a soft test of their pitches to voters ahead of the federal election after a week of unofficial campaigning.

PM rounds up pre-election tour in cattle country

An early start to the political year has landed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in cattle country, where he has been spruiking the importance of the industry.

PM sharpens attack on nuclear in election-style tour

The prime minister is using a multi-state blitz to launch new offensives against the coalition's nuclear energy policy as the federal election looms.

Resigning Canadian PM 'a great friend': Albanese

The prime minister has sent well wishes to Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau, but some questions hang over whether Anthony Albanese could face a similar fate.

PM hits the road to an election with multi-state blitz

The election year has begun with the prime minister making his first major promise as he embarks on a whirlwind cross-country crusade.

Retiring backbencher gifts a lump of coal for Christmas

A retiring backbencher known for his staunch opposition of a net-zero carbon emissions target has taken a swipe at his party leader on his way out the door.

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