Polls are still open for another hour, but who really cares about that? The number crunching has already started, and it’s time to dive into the live coverage of the 2025 Federal Election – Election 2025: Australia Decides on Channel 9, 9Now, and Stan starting at 5.00pm AEST. Get ready for some expert analysis and the latest results as the nation heads to the polls.
After the traditional hour-long news bulletin at 6pm AEST, get ready for the main event at 7pm AEST. Hosted by Ally Langdon and Peter Overton, Election 2025: Australia Decides will give you all the inside scoop on the people, places, and policies shaping this election. Tune in for the most comprehensive coverage and stay updated with the latest news and results as they happen on Channel 9, 9Now, and Stan.
Liberal candidate for Kooyong, Amelia Hamer, was seen mingling with voters in the seat of Kooyong today. She was all smiles as she made the most of the final hours before polls close. After casting her vote at Balwyn Primary School, Hamer spent the morning chatting with locals, posing for photos, and connecting with supporters in a last push to reclaim the traditionally Liberal seat. The seat of Kooyong is expected to be a close contest, with Hamer seen as the main challenger to incumbent Teal MP Monique Ryan.
The drama doesn’t stop there. Recent media reports have revealed that Hamer had properties in London and Canberra, despite her claims to be a renter. The election fight has heated up even more after a video surfaced showing Ryan’s husband tearing down Hamer’s campaign posters. It’s all happening in Kooyong!
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was met with a crowd of people at Marrickville West Public School. One person even showed up dressed as a MasterFoods democracy sauce bottle, holding a bottle of tomato sauce. Talk about making a statement!
In the ultra-marginal seat of Menzies, things are getting interesting. The Greens have made a last-minute decision not to give out preferential voting instructions, sparking fury within the Labor party. This unexpected move could play right into the hands of Liberal incumbents Keith Wolahan and Michael Sukkar, with Menzies hanging by a razor-thin margin of just 0.42 per cent. The Greens’ strategy switch up is a direct response to Labor’s decision to run an open ticket in the key target seat of Macnamara. It’s a game of political chess, and the stakes are high.
Over in Gilmore, current MP and Labor candidate Fiona Phillips has a message for voters. She’s out there every single day supporting the community and is committed to making a difference. Phillips, who grew up on a local dairy farm, is passionate about serving the people of Gilmore. The electorate of Gilmore is expected to be one of the closest seats in the 2025 federal election, so every vote counts.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher had a run-in with a pro-Palestine protester at a polling booth in Canberra. The protester accused Labor of not doing enough to help Gazans, leading to a heated exchange outside Lyneham Primary School. Gallagher defended Labor’s actions, stating that they have provided aid to those in need.
As the clock ticks down to the close of polls, the tension is palpable. Who will come out on top in this high-stakes election? Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage as the results roll in. It’s going to be a wild ride!