Federal election 2025 live updates: Australia election date called for 3 May by Anthony Albanese; Peter Dutton to campaign on economy

The prime minister has announced the Australian election will take place on 3 May with Labor battling to hold off Peter Dutton’s Coalition. Follow today’s news liveWho is leading in the election polls?See all our Australian election 2025 coverageAnywhere but Canberra: Australian voters on what matters to themGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGovernment to enter caretaker modeSo what does this mean? Continue reading...

Federal election 2025 live updates: Australia election date called for 3 May by Anthony Albanese; Peter Dutton to campaign on economy

The prime minister has announced the Australian election will take place on 3 May with Labor battling to hold off Peter Dutton’s Coalition. Follow today’s news live

Government to enter caretaker mode

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