Greens Leader Adam Bandt Loses Melbourne Seat in Federal Election Upset
Greens leader Adam Bandt has lost his seat of Melbourne to Labor's Sarah Witty, marking a significant federal election upset and ending Bandt's 15-year tenure in Parliament.
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Letter to the Editor – Disappointing Old School Politics.
Letter to the Editor: Tracey Asquith discusses the political excitement surrounding the 2025 election, emphasizing support for independent candidate Ben Smith and the importance of a diverse crossbench in government.
Federal Election Called for May 3
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Australia’s federal election will take place on May 3, with major parties focusing on cost-of-living and economic policies.
I Have Seen Photos of Bigfoot with Better Resolution
The Greens’ Dunkley candidate, Matt Maber, became the centre of attention earlier this month—not for his policies, but for a campaign photo so pixelated it rivals a Bigfoot sighting. As social media mocked the blurry image and anonymous post, it raised a bigger question: how can you take the Greens seriously?
CEO for Committee for Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Predicts a May Federal Election
Frankston, VIC – The CEO of the Committee for Frankston and Mornington, Josh Sinclair, has predicted that the federal government will call an election in May, highlighting the region’s significance in shaping the next government. As political and community leaders…
Liberals Pledge $5 Million to Somerville Recreational Reserve
Zoe McKenzie, Liberal candidate for Flinders, announces a $5 million pledge for upgrading the Somerville Recreation Reserve, supporting local sporting clubs and community development.
When Will Australia’s 2025 Federal Election Be Held? Key Dates and Political Analysis
The 2025 Australian federal election must be held on or before 17 May. Here’s what we know about possible dates, constitutional requirements, and how the major parties are shaping up.
Letter to the Editor: Peta Murphy’s Legacy
A letter to the editor by Anne Kruger on Peta Murphy’s vision for gambling reform and gambling-related harms.
Port of Hastings Chosen for Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal
Port of Hastings Chosen for Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal
The Port of Hastings has been selected as the preferred location for the development of the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal, a key project aimed at bolstering the state's offshore wind capacity.
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Has the Political Pendulum Shifted? Voter Trends Shifting from Left to the Centre-Right
From local council elections in Victoria, including here on the Mornington Peninsula, to Queensland’s return to a Liberal-National State Government and Donald Trump’s re-election in the US, there appears to be a growing preference for centre-right governments and leaders. These developments, coupled with opinion polls, suggest a tight race between Australia’s Labor Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Liberal leader Peter Dutton, highlighting a potential political realignment. But what’s driving this change in voter behaviour?
