ABC News Daily Why the May 3 election will be like no other
Mar 28, 2025
Join Casey Briggs, an ABC election analyst with a keen eye on voter trends, as he breaks down the upcoming May 3 election in Australia. He discusses how key issues like the cost of living and energy policy are shaping campaigning strategies. Notably, there's a surge in swing voters this election, prompting a shift in political approaches. Briggs dives into the contrasting visions of Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton, highlighting the significant choices voters will face concerning their economic futures.
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Albanese's Pitch
- Albanese's first post-election message emphasizes cost of living, tying it to housing and income tax.
- He highlights the turbulent global environment and argues the situation would be worse under the coalition.
Healthcare Focus
- Albanese highlighted healthcare affordability and accessibility, relating it to his personal experience.
- He aims to position healthcare as a key concern and connect with voters on a personal level.
Dutton's Cost of Living Policies
- Dutton's budget reply outlined two policies targeting cost of living: halving the fuel excise and a domestic gas reservation policy.
- These aim to offer immediate savings and address energy affordability, contrasting with Labor's proposed tax cuts.