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Do parties win elections because of their leaders, or in spite of them?

Opinion polls in Australia have been conducted since the 1940s, but it was not until the 1980s that they began to regularly ask questions about leader satisfaction and voting intention.

The fall of Arvind Kejriwal and the collapse of AAP’s socialist dream

The fact that both Kejriwal and Sisodia failed to win their seats signifies the collapse of the so-called "Kejriwal model" and the diminishing appeal of AAP’s socialist agenda.

“We’re building Australia’s future”: Albanese sets 2025 agenda with cost-of-living support

"Inflation is going down. Wages are going up. Unemployment is low. After a tough few years, we’ve started 2025 with new reasons to be optimistic.”

Political donations data show who’s funding whom in Australia – but they are coming out far too late

The Coalition raised $74 million in 2023–24, with Labor not far behind on $68 million. The Greens were a distant third, with $17 million.

Albanese’s free TAFE and $10,000 apprenticeship boost to build Australia’s future

The incentive, paid over the course of their apprenticeship, is designed to bolster the workforce and help address the country’s housing needs.

How can Vanuatu’s new parliament rebuild public trust?

Local constituency expectations of a Member of Parliament (MP) are high.

“It’s time to act”: Dutton vows action on crime as Coalition backs NT government’s plan

“People should feel safe going home at night and opening their businesses in the morning without fear of damage or theft.”

Where is Mendi?

Many people, particularly if they are interested in elections, or paid attention at geography classes, will answer that Mendi is situated in the electorate of Mendi-Munihu Open. 

Coalition has lead in most polls as Dutton gains five-point preferred PM lead in Resolve

Peter Dutton held a 39–34 lead over Anthony Albanese as preferred PM, after they were tied at 35% each in December.

Samoa political update: Fiame prevails

Opposition leader Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi, Fiame’s predecessor, confirmed in Parliament that he had met with Fiame but clarified that the discussions focused solely on parliamentary matters and the smooth operation of the Government.

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Premier Allan confronted by angry residents while door-knocking in her own electorate

One local told 7News they “pretty much closed the door in her face”, while another reportedly described the early campaigning as smelling like “desperation”.

Perth man jailed for 10 years after smuggling cocaine hidden in curry packets

The man received a non-parole period of six years and six months after pleading guilty to multiple offences, including conspiracy to import a commercial quantity of cocaine

India and New Zealand mark 100 years of sporting ties with rugby coaching programme in Odisha

The programme featured leading New Zealand Rugby coaches Allan Bunting, Vania Wolfgramm and Kahu Carey working closely with 35 rugby coaches from across India
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