September 15th 2024.
New polling released today suggests that there is a chance that Peter Dutton could become the next leader of a minority government in the upcoming election. This is due to a recent increase in voter support for the Coalition, which is now leading the Labor party by 52 per cent to 48 per cent in the two-party preferred vote, according to The Australian Financial Review's Freshwater Strategy research.
This figure has risen by one point in the past month, and even more impressively, it has increased by four points since the last election in May 2022. If this trend continues across the entire country, it could potentially secure as many as 75 seats for the Coalition, just one seat away from the majority needed in the House of Representatives.
However, with only 75 seats, neither Labor nor the Coalition would have enough to form a government on their own. This means they would have to negotiate with minor parties in order to gain the extra support needed. This boost in polling for the Coalition comes after a decline in support for current Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, with many people blaming the Labor party for increasing cost of living pressures.
The next federal election must be held by May of next year, giving both parties time to make their case to the Australian public. In the meantime, Albanese is expected to focus on addressing the issue of housing stock, with plans to announce funding for two key bills in Parliament this week. However, he may face some opposition in the Senate, with the Greens already stating that they will not support the policies in their current form.
The Greens are pushing for a range of reforms, including a freeze on rents for two years and capping increases at 2 per cent indefinitely. They are also advocating for national minimum standards for ventilation, heating, cooling, and insulation in rental properties. In the midst of all this political maneuvering, you can stay up to date on all the latest breaking news, celebrity updates, and sports news by following our WhatsApp channel. The best part? No comments, no algorithm, and your private details will remain private.
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