Economic disruption to continue: Morrison
The prime minister says external influences on the economy will continue "for some time", as the rising cost of living came back into focus in the campaign.
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‘My people’: Joyce campaigns in Queensland
Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce knows he isn't a popular politician - especially in the city - but he doesn't let that get in the way of his campaigning.
Abbott, Rudd reunite at Old Parliament
Old Parliament House, now home of the Museum of Australian Democracy, has reopened with an exhibition launched by Kevin Rudd and Tony Abbott.
Inflation sparks power price hike debate
Inflation rising to 5.1 per cent has consumers worried about what it will mean for their power bills and hip pockets as the government works to allay concerns.
Albanese to emerge from COVID isolation
Anthony Albanese's home isolation is set to end as the opposition leader recovers from COVID-19.
Coalition commits more Cairns port funds
The Morrison government if re-elected will commit $24 million to the further upgrade of the Cairns Marine Maintenance Precinct.
One Nation preferencing Labor in key seats
Coalition MPs could be impacted by One Nation preferencing Labor in key battleground seats in Queensland after Pauline Hanson hit out at the Liberals.
PM must own up to inflation cause: Labor
The prime minister asks voters to trust the LNP as they brace for an interest rate rise but Labor says he must own up to his government's economic failures.
Morrison, Joyce defend coalition unity
The prime minister and deputy prime minister publicly defended the strength of their coalition after ructions over the government's net zero emissions pledge.
Sharkie to negotiate with government first
South Australian Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie says she would negotiate with the coalition first in the event of a hung parliament at the election.
What they said on day 17 of the campaign
What Scott Morrison, Anthony Albanese and their teams said on the 17th day of the election campaign.
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Labor pledges action on NT remote housing
Federal Labor has pledged to provide $100 million for housing in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory if elected.
PM dismisses climate infighting claims
Scott Morrison says the government has resolved the issue of party division on climate change, despite remarks from Nationals colleagues.
Labor unveil budget plan, PM touts regions
As Labor outlined its economic strategy, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has made a direct pitch to regional voters as climate divisions loom.
Labor, government face off over inflation
Cost of living pressures will emerge as an election issue, as economic figures are released and a one-off $250 payment will be made to six million Australians.
Nationals warn independents risk security
The election of independent candidates would risk Australia's national security, Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce argues.
LNP net-zero position unclear: Labor
A Nationals senator has declared a pledge of net-zero emissions by 2050 "dead," as Labor questions the strength of the government's emissions commitment.
Labor pledges to restore Pacific relations
Labor has unveiled a plan to restore Australia's standing in the Pacific, but the prime minister claims it is a copy of what his government is already doing.
Nationals back ‘flexible’ net zero pledge
Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce says Australia will try to meet its net zero target, but has supported his candidate who said it wasn't "binding".
What they said on day 15 of the campaign
What leaders Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese and their teams said on the 15th day of the election campaign.
Deves death threats claim referred to AFP
Complaints of death threats received by NSW Liberal candidate Katherine Deves has been referred to federal police.
Leaders make Ukraine-Anzac freedom link
With day 15 of the federal election campaign falling on Anzac Day, political leaders have paused to reflect on the fight for freedom.
PM, Labor pledge funding for NT programs
Scott Morrison is promising funding to tackle crime and boost jobs in the Northern Territory, while Labor has pledged to boost Indigenous health care.
PM, Labor make big cash pledges
Scott Morrison says Australians will be $100b better off under his 'lower tax guarantee', while Labor has pledged more than $500m to fix Veterans' Affairs.
Libs pivot to economy after China attacks
Scott Morrison campaigned on his economic credentials in marginal NSW Central Coast seats while Labor targeted the government's handling of national security.
Culleton referred to AFP over nomination
Former senator Rod Culleton has been referred to police by the electoral commission over a possible false declaration on his candidate nomination form.
Coalition pledges support for veterans
A re-elected Morrison government would roll out more support centres for veterans and their families across the country.
Australian aged care world ‘standard’: PM
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has committed to funding 24/7 nurses in aged care facilities by 2025, and says Australia's standard of care is envied globally.
Albanese vows strong return from isolation
Anthony Albanese says he'll be back for campaigning in person for the second half of the election, while admitting he's had better days.
Albanese tests positive for COVID-19
Opposition leader Anthony Albanese has tested positive for COVID-19 while on the campaign trail.
LNP endorses ex-soldier for seat of Oxley
Former soldier Kyle McMillen has been selected as the Liberal National Party candidate for the seat of Oxley, a day after Chris Green resigned.