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03-05-2025
- Politics
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Why Australia election result is a double loss for opposition's Peter Dutton
The Australian federal elections are a double whammy for opposition leader Peter Dutton. His party has not only been handed an embarrassing defeat at the hands of Anthony Albanese-led Labor Party but he also lost his parliamentary seat — one he held for the past 24 years read more Leader of the Opposition Peter Dutton speaks at the function centre for the 2025 Federal Election in Brisbane. The opposition was thumped by the Albanese-led Labor Party. Reuters There's the famous adage — 'you win some, you lose some'. However, for Peter Dutton, the Liberal Party leader and head of the opposition in Australia, it's been all loss and no win at the Australian federal elections. Not only has his party lost the election to the Anthony Albanese-led Labor Party, but the 54-year-old cop-turned-politician has lost his own seat of Dickson in suburban Brisbane become the first federal opposition leader to suffer such a loss. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD We take a closer look. Dutton loses Dickson seat Opposition leader Peter Dutton was handed an embarrassing defeat in his seat of Dickson at the hands of Labor's Ali France. A disability advocate, former journalist, and world champion para-athlete, France did the impossible by defeating Dutton in a seat, which he has held for the past 24 years. France also ran against Dutton in 2019 and 2022 and gradually chipped away at his lead. It became the state's most marginal conservative electorate at the 2022 election, with just 3,360 votes separating the two. The loss at France's hands makes Dutton the first sitting party leader to lose their seat at an election since then-Prime Minister John Howard was beaten in Bennelong on the same night he lost government in 2007. Australia's Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is hugged by his wife Kirilly Dutton beside their sons Tom and Harry after he conceded defeat in the general election at the Liberal Party election night event in Brisbane. Australia's right-leaning opposition leader Peter Dutton conceded defeat in a general election, saying he had spoken to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. AFP Conceding defeat in Dickson, Dutton told his supporters in Brisbane that he had called France to congratulate her on her victory, saying: 'She will do a good job as a local member… I wish her all the best.' He added that he was proud of breaking the 'one-term curse' in Dickson in which the seat had regularly changed hands between major parties before his victory in 2001. 'Dickson had a one-term curse, it was only ever held for one term at a time and we have held it for 24 years,' Dutton said in his concession speech. 'I do want to say thank you to the people of Dickson who have placed faith in me over a long period of time.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A Labor landslide at the polls For Dutton, it wasn't just the loss of his seat. His party, the Liberals, who are part of the Coalition, have suffered a bruising defeat in the Australian elections. While votes are still being tallied, ABC News, the local media, has reported that the Labor will form a majority government after recording strong swings in New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania and South Australia and a small swing in Victoria. The ABC has called 86 seats for Labor, but it is leading in several more, and ABC election analyst Antony Green has said it could end the count with a 'thumping' majority. It will make Anthony Albanese the first prime minister elected twice since John Howard. Speaking on the loss, Dutton said, 'We didn't do well enough in this campaign, that much is obvious tonight. It is a historic occasion for the Labor Party and we recognise that. I congratulated the prime minister and wished him, Jodie (Albanese's fiancé) and Nathan (son) all the very best and I said to the prime minister that his mother would be incredibly proud of his achievement tonight and he should be proud of what he has achieved.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Dutton also apologised to Liberal candidates who have 'lost their seats [and] their ambition… We have an amazing party, and we will rebuild.' Supporters watch the count on big screens at the function centre for the 2025 Federal Election, at the Federal Liberal Reception at the W Hotel, Brisbane. Reuters A poll reversal Dutton didn't expect Saturday's election results are a complete reversal from the beginning of the campaign. Dutton entered the race on a strong footing. But analysts say his chances were badly damaged by policy misses and reversals, and weighed down by US President Donald Trump's wrecking-ball approach to the global order. Moreover, Dutton struggled to shake off comparisons between him and the US president. During the campaign, one of his candidates declared that she wanted to 'Make Australia Great Again' — a reference to Trump's tagline of 'Make America Great Again'. He was also accused of 'stoking division, trying to turn Australians against each other, trying to start culture wars'. As Henry Maher, a politics lecturer at the University of Sydney, noted in an AFP report that Dutton's perceived 'Trump-lite' policies had turned some voters off. For now, the future looks uncertain for Dutton. He has lost his seat in parliament and it is being speculated that his role as head of The Coalition will also come to an end. In fact, the Sydney Morning Herald reported that even before the votes had been cast, senior Coalition figures had held meetings weighing up leadership options in the event of a bad result for Dutton. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Only time will tell what awaits Dutton. With inputs from agencies
Sydney Morning Herald
02-05-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Who's backing who? Every newspaper's pick for prime minister
The Age (Nine): An Albanese-led Labor government 'The Albanese government has had only three years in government. Despite its failures and missed opportunities it has not been so terrible that it deserves to be the first government thrown out after one term in almost 100 years. In his profile of Australia's 31st prime minister, Chip Le Grand described Albanese as staid and predictable. The same could be said of Albanese 's government. Perhaps at this point in time, and given the choices at the nation's disposal, that is the best option available to the country.' Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Rudd), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (Shorten), and 2022 (Albanese). The Australian Financial Review (Nine): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'It's a campaign where Albanese, the architect of the defeated Indigenous Voice to parliament referendum, could not find time to visit a remote Indigenous community, and Dutton, who wants to spend billions nationalising Australia's energy system, refused to stop by a single site where he plans to build a nuclear reactor. So with a difficult choice to be made and the prospect of Labor falling under the influence of Green recklessness in the event of a hung parliament, a Dutton government that has offered up slightly more in the way of budget responsibility might be our least worst bet, as unconvincing as he has been.' Past endorsements: The AFR has endorsed a Coalition government in every election since 1990. News Corp Australia The Australian (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'We owe our allegiance to no party but rather to what is in the national interest. The choice facing the nation – one of great consequence – must be made against the backdrop of a dispiriting campaign characterised by short-term thinking and a paucity of vision from both sides. But in the key areas of defence, energy and the economy, the Coalition provides the best option for managing the demands of challenging and uncertain times.' Past endorsements: The Australian has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. 'When we look to the future, The Herald Sun maintains that Labor hasn't delivered anywhere near enough to deserve another term of government. Loading We believe that the Coalition has a better plan to supercharge productivity and get the economy thriving again, with the right mix for energy, to lower costs and take all Australians forward.' Past endorsements: The Herald Sun has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. The Daily Telegraph (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'A poor campaign by the Coalition should not obscure the risk of continued Labor mismanagement. Penny Wong's high-handed dismissal of Australian voters is a reminder of how Labor sees its role – as straighteners of our national will rather than enablers. Certainly, a vote for the Coalition would be made in hope for a better performance. A vote for Labor, however, would guarantee more of the same. The miserable economy-belting, morale-sapping same.' Past endorsements: The Daily Telegraph has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. Loading The Courier-Mail (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government, with emphasis against the Greens 'The most vital thing in tomorrow's election is that Australia does not end up with a parliament being held to ransom by the Greens. 'Running a less trouble-plagued campaign than your opponent is not exactly a ringing endorsement that demands another three years as the leader of our nation. Instead, that honour should be hard-won through genuine vision and leadership. Mr Dutton has shown this in the position he took on the Voice, and in relation to the risk he has taken in promoting a nuclear energy vision.' Past endorsements: The Courier Mail has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. The Advertiser (News Corp): A majority for either major party 'Peter Dutton would be stronger on national security [...] Our energy security would be safer in his hands. But if you want to win an election, you have to be able to win a campaign – and Dutton failed on that score. Should Labor win tomorrow, their campaign of lies will haunt them. Should Dutton win, he will have to outperform his campaign. However, for the good of the country, one of them must win majority government lest our futures be in the hands of the mad Greens, self-serving teals or the independent rabble.' Loading Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (Morrison), and 2022 (Morrison). The Hobart Mercury (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'Labor has had three years to provide greater economic stability for struggling families. The Mercury believes the Coalition is better equipped to provide that economic light at the end of the tunnel.' Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (No endorsement), and 2022 (No endorsement) Other media The Guardian: An Albanese-led minority Labor government 'It is not 'hate' but an assessment of the facts that informs Guardian Australia's view that Mr Dutton does not appear ready to lead and the Coalition has not demonstrated the policy coherence necessary for effective government. Progressive Australians are left with strategic choices. If they think the country is best served continuing along the path of gradual change they should vote Labor. If they want to vote strategically, understanding the risk of not knowing the ultimate makeup of the parliament, they may choose the Greens, teals or other alternative candidates in the hope of electing a minority Labor government with a progressive crossbench pushing it to move faster.' Past endorsements: 2010 (N/A), 2013 (Rudd), 2016 (No endorsement), 2019 (Shorten/Greens), and 2022 (Albanese). The Canberra Times (Australian Community Media): An Albanese-led Labor government 'Against the backdrop of a chaotic United States, a previously unpopular, uninspiring and timid Albanese government has been made to look responsible and safe, and the opposition to look reckless and even threatening. Like in Canada earlier this week, a safe set of hands looks a far better electoral choice than a grasping one.' Loading Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (No endorsement), and 2022 (Albanese) The West Australian (Seven West Media): The West is yet to publish its election editorial. Past endorsements: 2010 (Abbott), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (Morrison), and 2022 (Morrison) The rest: The Nightly, Seven West Media's digital newspaper, said Albanese should be punished, backing the Coalition, while Sky News Australia 's Sharri Markson said Peter Dutton would be the 'fresh start' Australia needs.
The Age
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Age
Who's backing who? Every newspaper's pick for prime minister
The Age (Nine): An Albanese-led Labor government 'The Albanese government has had only three years in government. Despite its failures and missed opportunities it has not been so terrible that it deserves to be the first government thrown out after one term in almost 100 years. In his profile of Australia's 31st prime minister, Chip Le Grand described Albanese as staid and predictable. The same could be said of Albanese 's government. Perhaps at this point in time, and given the choices at the nation's disposal, that is the best option available to the country.' Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Rudd), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (Shorten), and 2022 (Albanese). The Australian Financial Review (Nine): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'It's a campaign where Albanese, the architect of the defeated Indigenous Voice to parliament referendum, could not find time to visit a remote Indigenous community, and Dutton, who wants to spend billions nationalising Australia's energy system, refused to stop by a single site where he plans to build a nuclear reactor. So with a difficult choice to be made and the prospect of Labor falling under the influence of Green recklessness in the event of a hung parliament, a Dutton government that has offered up slightly more in the way of budget responsibility might be our least worst bet, as unconvincing as he has been.' Past endorsements: The AFR has endorsed a Coalition government in every election since 1990. News Corp Australia The Australian (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'We owe our allegiance to no party but rather to what is in the national interest. The choice facing the nation – one of great consequence – must be made against the backdrop of a dispiriting campaign characterised by short-term thinking and a paucity of vision from both sides. But in the key areas of defence, energy and the economy, the Coalition provides the best option for managing the demands of challenging and uncertain times.' Past endorsements: The Australian has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. 'When we look to the future, The Herald Sun maintains that Labor hasn't delivered anywhere near enough to deserve another term of government. Loading We believe that the Coalition has a better plan to supercharge productivity and get the economy thriving again, with the right mix for energy, to lower costs and take all Australians forward.' Past endorsements: The Herald Sun has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. The Daily Telegraph (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'A poor campaign by the Coalition should not obscure the risk of continued Labor mismanagement. Penny Wong's high-handed dismissal of Australian voters is a reminder of how Labor sees its role – as straighteners of our national will rather than enablers. Certainly, a vote for the Coalition would be made in hope for a better performance. A vote for Labor, however, would guarantee more of the same. The miserable economy-belting, morale-sapping same.' Past endorsements: The Daily Telegraph has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. Loading The Courier-Mail (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government, with emphasis against the Greens 'The most vital thing in tomorrow's election is that Australia does not end up with a parliament being held to ransom by the Greens. 'Running a less trouble-plagued campaign than your opponent is not exactly a ringing endorsement that demands another three years as the leader of our nation. Instead, that honour should be hard-won through genuine vision and leadership. Mr Dutton has shown this in the position he took on the Voice, and in relation to the risk he has taken in promoting a nuclear energy vision.' Past endorsements: The Courier Mail has endorsed a Coalition government in each of the past five elections. The Advertiser (News Corp): A majority for either major party 'Peter Dutton would be stronger on national security [...] Our energy security would be sager in his hands. But if you want to win an election, you have to be able to win a campaign – and Dutton failed on that score. Should Labor win tomorrow, their campaign of lies will haunt them. Should Dutton win, he will have to outperform his campaign. However, for the good of the country, one of them must win majority government lest our futures be in the hands of the mad Greens, self-serving teals or the independent rabble.' Loading Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (Morrison), and 2022 (Morrison). The Hobart Mercury (News Corp): A Dutton-led Coalition government 'Labor has had three years to provide greater economic stability for struggling families. The Mercury believes the Coalition is better equipped to provide that economic light at the end of the tunnel.' Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (No endorsement), and 2022 (No endorsement) Other media The Guardian: An Albanese-led minority Labor government 'It is not 'hate' but an assessment of the facts that informs Guardian Australia's view that Mr Dutton does not appear ready to lead and the Coalition has not demonstrated the policy coherence necessary for effective government. Progressive Australians are left with strategic choices. If they think the country is best served continuing along the path of gradual change they should vote Labor. If they want to vote strategically, understanding the risk of not knowing the ultimate makeup of the parliament, they may choose the Greens, teals or other alternative candidates in the hope of electing a minority Labor government with a progressive crossbench pushing it to move faster.' Past endorsements: 2010 (N/A), 2013 (Rudd), 2016 (No endorsement), 2019 (Shorten/Greens), and 2022 (Albanese). The Canberra Times (Australian Community Media): An Albanese-led Labor government 'Against the backdrop of a chaotic United States, a previously unpopular, uninspiring and timid Albanese government has been made to look responsible and safe, and the opposition to look reckless and even threatening. Like in Canada earlier this week, a safe set of hands looks a far better electoral choice than a grasping one.' Loading Past endorsements: 2010 (Gillard), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (No endorsement), and 2022 (Albanese) The West Australian (Seven West Media): The West is yet to publish its election editorial. Past endorsements: 2010 (Abbott), 2013 (Abbott), 2016 (Turnbull), 2019 (Morrison), and 2022 (Morrison) The rest: The Nightly, Seven West Media's digital newspaper, said Albanese should be punished, backing the Coalition, while Sky News Australia 's Sharri Markson said Peter Dutton would be the 'fresh start' Australia needs.
Sydney Morning Herald
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
Everything you need to know about Grayndler, a tiny but mighty jewel in Labor's crown
When Albanese was first elected on his 33rd birthday in 1996, his main challenger was a candidate from the since-dissolved No Aircraft Noise Party. Now, Albanese's main challenger is considered to be Thomas, his running mate, who is a lawyer and activist. She moved to Australia in 2009 as an international student and rents in Newtown. The Greens candidate has been publicly critical of Albanese-led Labor's approach to climate and the environment, and their handling of the conflict in Gaza, which saw many protesters camp outside the prime minister's electorate office in Marrickville for months on end, forcing staff to abandon the site in mid-2024 over safety concerns. Thomas is second on Albanese's how-to-vote card, though she has put him third, behind two-time Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker David Bradbury, who is running as an independent. Other candidates include Liberal's David Smallbone, Pauline Hanson's One Nation's Rodney Smith, and Trumpet of Patriots' Cheri Rae Burrell. What were the results for Grayndler in 2022? You can take a look at the interactive below, or search this interactive map for more information on electorates and candidates. To summarise, Albanese won Grayndler in 2022 with 53.63 per cent of votes, followed by Greens candidate Rachael Jacobs at 22.04 per cent. Loading What suburbs are in Grayndler? The Australian Electoral Commission's recent redrawing of boundaries has meant Grayndler has gone from being Australia's smallest electorate – it was previously 32 square kilometres – to the country's second-smallest electorate at 34 square kilometres. Covering most of Sydney's Inner West Council area, Grayndler includes Annandale, Ashfield, Enmore, Haberfield, Leichardt, Marrickville, parts of Newtown, Petersham, Rozelle, Stanmore, Summer Hill, and Tempe. The recent redistribution of boundaries means the Sydney electorate has gained the Balmain peninsula north of the City West Link at Grayndler's loss, though areas south of Marrickville Road has been added to the portfolio at Barton's loss. Grayndler also picked up territory that was formerly Watson's, including Ashbury, Croydon Park and Enfield. This has helped the Labor versus the Greens margin to increase to 17.3 per cent from 17.1 per cent. Is Albanese likely to retain Grayndler? To put a long story short, it's assumed he will, but Albanese is not immune to criticism from Grayndler residents and political rivals, including the Greens.
The Age
02-05-2025
- Politics
- The Age
Everything you need to know about Grayndler, a tiny but mighty jewel in Labor's crown
When Albanese was first elected on his 33rd birthday in 1996, his main challenger was a candidate from the since-dissolved No Aircraft Noise Party. Now, Albanese's main challenger is considered to be Thomas, his running mate, who is a lawyer and activist. She moved to Australia in 2009 as an international student and rents in Newtown. The Greens candidate has been publicly critical of Albanese-led Labor's approach to climate and the environment, and their handling of the conflict in Gaza, which saw many protesters camp outside the prime minister's electorate office in Marrickville for months on end, forcing staff to abandon the site in mid-2024 over safety concerns. Thomas is second on Albanese's how-to-vote card, though she has put him third, behind two-time Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker David Bradbury, who is running as an independent. Other candidates include Liberal's David Smallbone, Pauline Hanson's One Nation's Rodney Smith, and Trumpet of Patriots' Cheri Rae Burrell. What were the results for Grayndler in 2022? You can take a look at the interactive below, or search this interactive map for more information on electorates and candidates. To summarise, Albanese won Grayndler in 2022 with 53.63 per cent of votes, followed by Greens candidate Rachael Jacobs at 22.04 per cent. Loading What suburbs are in Grayndler? The Australian Electoral Commission's recent redrawing of boundaries has meant Grayndler has gone from being Australia's smallest electorate – it was previously 32 square kilometres – to the country's second-smallest electorate at 34 square kilometres. Covering most of Sydney's Inner West Council area, Grayndler includes Annandale, Ashfield, Enmore, Haberfield, Leichardt, Marrickville, parts of Newtown, Petersham, Rozelle, Stanmore, Summer Hill, and Tempe. The recent redistribution of boundaries means the Sydney electorate has gained the Balmain peninsula north of the City West Link at Grayndler's loss, though areas south of Marrickville Road has been added to the portfolio at Barton's loss. Grayndler also picked up territory that was formerly Watson's, including Ashbury, Croydon Park and Enfield. This has helped the Labor versus the Greens margin to increase to 17.3 per cent from 17.1 per cent. Is Albanese likely to retain Grayndler? To put a long story short, it's assumed he will, but Albanese is not immune to criticism from Grayndler residents and political rivals, including the Greens.
