The federal election has started with a bang with political parties promoting their health and cost-of-living offerings to an electorate feeling the pinch.
Federal Politics
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Feature, New England Times Engage Poll
Engage Poll: A ‘miracle’ required for Labor to ever win over New England
While Labor’s lack of support in the New England is not exactly breaking news, the comments did reveal some interesting insights, that do align with last week’s finding that many locals feel the Nationals have abandoned us.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Feature
It’s on for May 3
Australians will cast their ballot on May 3, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ending months of speculation about the timing of the next federal election.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Energy
Gas reserve, quick approvals heart of Dutton pitch
A gas reserve and $1 billion earmarked for pipelines and storage will bring down power prices, the opposition leader says, as he promises cost-of-living relief.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Feature
Dutton to pitch cheaper petrol in budget reply
Peter Dutton is expected to announce a pledge to halve the fuel excise in his speech in reply to the Budget tonight.
Posted inAgriculture, Australia Votes 2025, Business, Feature, Federal Politics, Health
Small and rural forgotten in Budget for big end of town
Last night’s budget has come under intense criticism for ignoring small business and rural communities, while showering trinkets and favours on our biggest cities and businesses.
Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics
Food and fibre get millions to fend off Trump tariffs
The federal government has moved to defend Australia’s agricultural exports, as the sector prepares to have one of its biggest production years on record.
Posted inFederal Politics
‘Optimism’ in budget as Australia seen turning a corner
The cost of living will be centre stage in the government’s budget as many continue to do it tough, but a cabinet minister says there is reason to have hope.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, National News
Labor lays election groundwork with budget promises
The federal government is expected to lean into its strengths when it delivers funding for Medicare, infrastructure and the cost of living in its budget.
Posted inExplainers and backgrounders, Federal Politics
Explainer: Budget night jargon
If you’ve ever found yourself nodding along to budget coverage while secretly wondering what on earth they’re talking about, this list is for you.