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Full Story The election is coming: what moments will define the campaign?
Jan 12, 2025
Dan Jervis-Bardy, a political reporter for Guardian Australia, dives into the shifting political scene as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese amps up his campaign amid sliding approval ratings. They discuss the urgent strategies around climate change and cost of living issues as Labor seeks to engage younger voters. The conversation takes a global turn with the implications of Donald Trump's potential return to the White House on Australia's policies. Misinformation risks and its threat to democracy in the upcoming election are also explored.
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Albanese's Early Campaign Blitz
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's early campaign blitz aimed to set the tone for the election year and regain momentum.
- His declining approval ratings motivated him to start strong and frame the narrative early.
Significance of Visited Electorates
- Albanese's visits to Queensland and Western Australia, key mining states, signal his commitment to their interests.
- These states are crucial for Labor's election success due to their parochial nature and influence.
Dutton's Low-Key Approach
- Unlike Albanese's public appearances, Peter Dutton chose to lay low, focusing on podcasts and targeted interviews.
- He engaged with social media influencers to reach younger voters, a demographic the Coalition struggles with.