Federal Election Archives

Multicultural youth voters growing as a voting block

The Wire

The Federal election has brought many surprises this year, such as a majority Labor government, a small opposition, and the...

Domestic violence firmly on agenda for some NT election candidates

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Several candidates standing for the NT seat of Lingiari have discussed how they believe domestic violence crisis should be tackled, in a special live-to-air panel on 8CCC Radio today.

Two NT candidates back dingoes, despite losing dogs to outback poison

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Two Territorians putting up their hands for this year's federal election have backed more dingo protections, despite losing their own dogs to a notorious outback poison.

Where to vote in the federal election in Alice Springs

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8CCC's Kate Lyons-Dawson speaks to the Australian Electoral Commission's Geoff Bloom about where and when to vote in the federal election this Saturday in Mparntwe-Alice Springs. Plus, if you still need to get in early - Mr Bloom tells 8CCC where the final early voting centres are located around town.

Federal Election: what do Australia’s changing demographics want?

The Wire

The Federal Election trail is in full swing as both major parties continue into the third week of political campaigning....

Albanese and Dutton Face off in First Election Debate

The Wire

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton went head-to-head last night in the first official debate of the...

Young Australians head to the polls with the lowest understanding of politics

The Wire

For the first time, Gen Z and Millennial voters will be outnumber Baby Boomers at the upcoming federal election. The...

‘Law and order’ on the cards in week one of Federal Election Campaign

The Wire

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has pushed for increased community safety and stronger action on organised crime during a brief visit...

Peter Dutton’s promises $2.2b Suburban Rail Loop funding cut

The Wire

As the 2025 federal election approaches, infrastructure projects like the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) and the Melbourne Airport Rail Link...

Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume Dismayed at Tax Cuts – Budget 2025

The Wire

Senator Jane Hume has characterised the Budget 2025 as one for 5 weeks and not 5 years. The Federal Election...

Retail Sales and Inflation figures give hope for rate cut.

The Wire

The inflation figures release yesterday showed some progress in stemming the stubbornly high numbers over the last year. Figures on...

Muslim Votes Matter: The grassroots movement mobilising communities ahead of upcoming elections

The Wire

A young grassroots movement is seeking to rally Muslims and other minorities in Australia behind a common cause. Muslim Votes...