The Prime Minister has been chatting about Clive Palmer’s text message campaign and how he might investigate it if Labor wins on Saturday. Anthony Albanese confessed during an interview that he’s been lucky enough to dodge Palmer’s frequent texts, which he described as “spam” and “painful” for people. If the PM is successful on Saturday, he plans to take a closer look at the complaints. If you haven’t received a Palmer text, count your blessings – but you can read more about them and their legality right here.
Most Aussies know they’ll get slapped with a fine if they skip out on voting in the federal election this Saturday, but not everyone is aware of just how much that penalty could cost them. It’s mandatory for all Aussie citizens over 18 to enroll and vote on May 3. Failing to do so could result in a $20 administrative penalty. And if you try to vote multiple times, be prepared for an even heftier fine. Check out the details here.
Dutton has done a complete 180 on his plans to change the national school curriculum after accusing Aussie students of being “indoctrinated” by teachers. He initially promised to shake things up but now claims there are no proposals for altering teaching methods. Instead, he wants to work with parents to ensure their children receive a quality education under a Coalition government. Dutton is feeling the heat in his seat of Dickson, knowing it’s a tight race and could swing towards Labor due to the diverse demographics in the area.
Reports of Liberal candidate Scott Yung hinting that Dutton’s leadership won’t last forever are being dismissed as rumors by the opposition leader. Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has come to Dutton’s defense, labeling the rumors as part of a smear campaign against the Coalition. Dutton is standing his ground in Brisbane, touting the Coalition as the best choice for young voters with policies like net zero emissions by 2050 and support for aspiring homeowners. He’s also pushing his plan to cut migration to build more affordable homes.
Back in his electorate of Dickson, Dutton is hanging on with a slim margin of 1.7 percent. He’s facing tough competition from Labor, Greens, and Independent candidates. The latest YouGov poll predicts a Labor victory with an increased majority of 84 seats, pointing to a campaign turnaround that favors the opposition. The model shows Labor leading in outer suburban and regional marginal seats, a shift from previous data that favored the Coalition. With election day approaching, the race is heating up, and Dutton is feeling the pressure to hold onto his seat.
In conclusion, the stage is set for a nail-biting election on Saturday, with Labor in the lead according to recent polls. Dutton is fighting to retain his seat in Dickson against strong competition, while the debate over Palmer’s text message campaign continues to make headlines. As the countdown to election day begins, all eyes are on the candidates as they make their final push to secure victory.