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Dutton Sets Record Low as Study Finds Coalition Loses Economic Edge

The Australian Election Study reports voters now give Labor the advantage on managing the economy.

Overview

  • The ANU–Griffith survey of 2,070 voters, released today, shows Labor leading on nine of ten policy areas, including a four‑point edge on economic management and gains on tax, housing and cost of living.
  • Peter Dutton scored 3.2 out of 10 on popularity and only 8% saw him winning the leaders’ debates, the worst results in the study’s history, as he and Greens leader Adam Bandt lost their seats in May.
  • The Coalition recorded its lowest support among women on record, with a pronounced gender gap, while Labor and the Greens drew stronger backing from female voters.
  • Support among younger Australians continued to slide for the Coalition, falling to 21% among Millennials and 27% among Gen Z, indicating a generational realignment.
  • A record 25% of respondents said they feel close to no party, and Coalition figures, led by shadow treasurer Ted O’Brien, are outlining policy to rebuild economic credibility.