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Albanese and Dutton Clash in Third Leaders’ Debate as Early Voting Begins

The debate, moderated by Ally Langdon on Channel Nine, focused on cost-of-living reforms as polls show Labor leading 52–48 with two weeks until election day.

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An election official hangs a sign outside a polling place as early voting begins in Sydney, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, for a national election to be held on May 3. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)
People arrive at a polling place as early voting begins in Sydney, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, for a national election to be held on May 3. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)
People cast there ballots at a polling place as early voting begins in Sydney, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, for a national election to be held on May 3. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)

Overview

  • Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton faced off in the third leaders’ debate of the 2025 federal election campaign, moderated by Ally Langdon on Channel Nine.
  • The debate highlighted cost-of-living concerns, with both leaders presenting their strategies to address economic pressures impacting Australian households.
  • Polling shows Labor maintaining a 52–48 lead over the Coalition on a two-party preferred basis, with Peter Dutton’s approval rating at a record low of 27%.
  • Early voting has commenced nationwide, offering millions of Australians the chance to cast their votes ahead of the May 3 election.
  • This debate represents one of the final opportunities for both leaders to sway undecided voters, with one more debate scheduled on April 27 before election day.