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​Dutton pledges to drive down car prices, axe penalty scheme hitting families

"Instead of making life easier, Labor is making it harder and more expensive."

Dutton’s gas gamble: Modelling promises savings, but critics warn of long-term risks

The Albanese government has labelled the proposal “economically irresponsible” and pointed out that any savings will be modest.

Polite, rehearsed, and predictable: Albanese-Dutton’s first debate fails to shake up election campaign

Albanese accused Dutton of inflating Labor’s spending record, denying the claim that his government was the “biggest spender in 40 years.”

Election Diary: Jim Chalmers highlights expectations of May interest rate cut – after the election

“It’s about results. It's about lifting aspirations, not just spending money.”

May 3 election: Victoria holds key as swing seats become make-or-break for Albanese government

Key issues anticipated to dominate the campaign include the rising cost of living, housing affordability, and energy policies.

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53-foot tractor-trailer driver Baljeet Singh pleads guilty in deadly pileup, was playing phone game and fled to India

The crash killed 42-year-old mother Nancy Lefrançois and her 11-year-old son Loïc Chevalier, who were travelling in a passenger vehicle struck in the collision.

Indian Premier League could be played in Australia, Adelaide Oval explores plan

The proposal is part of a broader idea to strengthen cricket ties between Australia and India.

Perth toddler Sandipan Dhar’s death ‘probably preventable’ after missed blood test, coroner says

21-month-old Sandipan died in March 2024 after being taken to hospital with a persistent fever that had lasted for weeks.
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