Overview

• Peter Dutton urged supporters to disregard coverage from the ABC and The Guardian, labeling them 'hate media,' during campaign rallies in key Labor-held seats.
• Labor holds a 53–47 two-party preferred lead in polls, with declining Coalition primary support and 62% of voters doubting Dutton's readiness to govern.
• Dutton launched a high-stakes campaign blitz, planning visits to 28 marginal seats across Australia in a bid to secure a majority government.
• Over 2.4 million Australians have already cast early votes, reflecting strong voter engagement ahead of the federal election on May 3.
• The final leaders' debate highlighted clashes over cost of living, housing, and economic management, with both leaders doubling down on their policy positions.