Labor Secures Historic Second Term as Coalition and Greens Suffer Major Setbacks

Labor has claimed victory in the 2025 federal election, returning Anthony Albanese as Prime Minister. Peter Dutton loses Dickson, Greens collapse, and Flinders remains undecided.
Zoe McKenzie Likely to Retain Flinders, But Local Swings Show Regional Divide

Liberal MP Zoe McKenzie holds Flinders in 2025 election. Regional divides emerge; support grows in Somerville but wanes in Rosebud and Dromana. Final results pending.
Labor Retains Dunkley as Albanese Secures Second Term

Labor wins 2025 federal election; Jodie Belyea retains Dunkley. Flinders remains uncertain. Stay updated with STPL News.
2025 Live Election Coverage: Dutton Loses Seat

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is projected to lose his Queensland seat of Dickson, with Labor’s Ali France leading. If confirmed, this marks a significant political shift and Dutton’s first loss since 2001.
Conroy Sign on War Memorial Prompts Election Day Fury

Outrage has erupted in Frankston after a campaign sign for Liberal candidate Nathan Conroy was placed on a local war memorial on election day, prompting swift removal and fierce backlash.
Dunkley Decides: Final Hours of Voting in Crucial Federal Contest

The 2025 federal election is underway in Dunkley, a critical seat for the Albanese Government. Voters have until 6pm to decide between Labor’s Jodie Belyea and Liberal’s Nathan Conroy.
Liberal Stronghold at Risk: Flinders Faces Political Earthquake

The 2025 federal election sees Flinders’ long-standing Liberal seat under threat as Independent Ben Smith gains momentum against incumbent Zoe McKenzie.
Election Fatigue Sets In

Election fatigue is rising across Victoria as voters face back-to-back campaigns. With no major electoral break until 2027, Frankston and Mornington Peninsula mental health services are feeling the strain.
Flinders Candidate Ben Smith Faces Scrutiny Over Campaign Ties to Pro-Palestinian Activists

Flinders candidate Ben Smith is facing last-minute scrutiny over his campaign team’s links to pro-Palestinian activism, with Climate 200 distancing itself from staff involved in controversial protests and public statements.
Mornington Locals Rally Around Family of Nathan Abeling After Tragic Fishing Accident

Mornington locals are rallying behind the family of 22-year-old Nathan Abeling, who died after being struck by a freak wave during a fishing trip. A GoFundMe has raised over $15,000.







