Federal Election 2025 Outcome

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Anthony Albanese has led Labor to a historic second term, securing at least 85 seats in a landslide victory. Defying polling trends, the result marks the party’s strongest performance ever. The Coalition faces major losses, including Peter Dutton’s seat, as leadership speculation intensifies and vote counting continues nationwide.

Weekly Wrap Up

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As the federal election campaign ramps up, seismic global events are stealing the spotlight. US-China trade tensions have escalated sharply, shaking financial markets and prompting emergency economic talks in Australia. This week’s update explores the global ripple effects and how both major parties are recalibrating their messages ahead of election day.

Weekly Wrap Up

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Anthony Albanese gains ground as shifting political dynamics and a weakened Opposition create new opportunities for the Government. With Parliament set to return and key reforms on the agenda, from housing and student debt relief to major investments in health and education, the months ahead will be pivotal.

Weekly Wrap Up

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has secured a second term in a decisive victory, with Labor projected to win up to 90 seats. The Coalition suffered heavy losses, while the Greens and Teals lost ground. Leadership contests loom as the political landscape shifts sharply following the 2025 Federal Election.

Weekly Wrap Up

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This week in Canberra saw key Cabinet changes, with Amanda Rishworth appointed Employment Minister and Tim Ayres joining Cabinet for Industry and Innovation. Leadership shifts occurred in the Liberals and Nationals, while major energy projects gained traction. States prepare for budget announcements and renewed focus on housing and infrastructure.

Weekly Wrap Up

Australian Flag on steel spire

As the federal election campaign ramps up, seismic global events are stealing the spotlight. US-China trade tensions have escalated sharply, shaking financial markets and prompting emergency economic talks in Australia. This week’s update explores the global ripple effects and how both major parties are recalibrating their messages ahead of election day.

Weekly Wrap Up

Australian Flag on steel spire Australian New Parliament House

As the federal election campaign ramps up, seismic global events are stealing the spotlight. US-China trade tensions have escalated sharply, shaking financial markets and prompting emergency economic talks in Australia. This week’s update explores the global ripple effects and how both major parties are recalibrating their messages ahead of election day.

Weekly Wrap Up

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In the first week of the federal election campaign, Labor and the Coalition launched with a flurry of policy pledges focused on cost of living, healthcare, infrastructure and home ownership. Both leaders converged on Western Sydney, signalling its strategic importance. Early polling shows Labor holding a narrow lead over the Coalition.

Weekly Wrap Up

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Medicare funding dominates policy debates, inflation holds steady, and Australia responds to U.S. tariff threats. Also in focus: Senate estimates revelations, new capital market reforms, and key defence developments. Catch up on the key issues shaping business and government.

Weekly Wrap Up

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As the Albanese Government grapples with fallout from Cyclone Alfred and US steel and aluminium tariffs, attention is now turning to the upcoming Federal Budget on 25 March. Meanwhile, WA Labor secured re-election despite a double-digit swing, and the latest Newspoll shows the Coalition leading 51–49 on a two-party preferred basis.

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