Three experts give their take on Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton’s fourth and final debate before election day.
- Vice-President, Public Affairs and Partnerships, Western Sydney University
The debate between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton had its moments, but viewers learned little more than they already knew.
With all the usual policy issues canvassed, neither leader made a major mistake, but nor did they land any significant blows on their opponent.
Contending with the human misery of the latest conflict has proven politically fraught at all levels.
After a period of relative calm, Pauline Hanson’s party is in turmoil once again.
The Labor Party will form government again thanks to a statewide swing of about 7%.
Despite being in power for 12 years, Dominic Perrottet’s government is making an unusual pitch for re-election and giving Chris Minns’ Labor opposition a run for its money.
The release of an independent report into the New York trade appointment will not put an end to questions of integrity, culture and accountability - because the right questions are not being asked.
The Perrottet government has lost control of the political tempo in NSW – and with an election looming, the result could be dire.
Despite some wins, the NSW premier faces multiplying challenges eight months from the next election
As the ICAC hearings in New South Wales are showing, the issue of integrity in Australian politics is a murky one that is rightly being held up to scrutiny.
The lack of responsibility in her resignation was uncharacteristic for a premier known for her clear policy objectives, accountability and delivery.
With her party ideologically riven and a difficult parliament, the NSW premier finds herself in political trouble, despite performing well on key measures.
‘Labor will win this election. I think that’s virtually unquestionable’: political scientist Andy Marks on #AusVotes2019 and the key issues in NSW
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We are but a few weeks from a federal election, and the way the political wind is blowing may depend on what state you're in.
The sense that the Berejiklian government had done enough to be re-elected proved correct, with a strong economy and a big infrastructure program enough to secure the Coalition a third term.
Mark Latham in the upper house? A Coalition minority government? The NSW election is nearly upon us, and it’s going to be a wild ride
It's worth keeping an eye on the NSW election outcome. It may end up telling us a lot about how global political themes, like the erosion of centrist politics, are playing out here in Australia.
While questions are asked about the value of investment in our Olympic sporting activities, take a look at the achievements of our other medal winners in the science Olympiads.
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