Polls are closed and vote counting is underway in Mulgrave by-election to replace former premier Daniel Andrews

1 year, 4 months ago

Polls are closed and vote counting is underway in Mulgrave by-election to replace former premier Daniel Andrews

ABC

Quick read: In short: Polls have closed in a by-election in the seat of former premier Daniel Andrews. Polls have closed in the division of Mulgrave in Melbourne's south-east in the by-election for a replacement for former Premier Daniel Andrews in parliament. With Daniel Andrews off stage, the Mulgrave by-election will show who's still paying attention Photo shows A Victorian Electoral Office sign outside a pre-polling centre. With Spring Street's most popular and polarising character — Daniel Andrews — out of the spotlight, the Mulgrave by-election will help gauge whether voters are still tuning in, writes Richard Willingham.

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With Daniel Andrews off stage, the Mulgrave by-election will show who's still paying attention

1 year, 4 months ago

With Daniel Andrews off stage, the Mulgrave by-election will show who's still paying attention

ABC

What happens when the main character of a high-rating TV show quits after nine years? Voter fatigue, low turnout could factor in On paper, Labor's Eden Foster, a psychologist and Dandenong council mayor, should cruise to victory. Andrews won Mulgrave on the primary vote — one of just 10 MPs out of 88 to do so at last November's state …

Victoria Election 2022: Results, exit polls, Daniel Andrews, Matthew Guy - what you need to know

2 years, 4 months ago

Victoria Election 2022: Results, exit polls, Daniel Andrews, Matthew Guy - what you need to know

Daily Mail

Daniel Andrews has won a historic third term as Victoria's premier despite a small swing against the Labor party, with cheers ringing out at Labor's election bash. Premier Daniel Andrews sent out an early celebratory message, telling voters 'we'll see you soon', shortly before his win Labor supporters react at the Labor Party reception in Melbourne as Dan Andrews wins …

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These Western Australian seats could decide who forms the next Australian government

2 days, 3 hours ago

These Western Australian seats could decide who forms the next Australian government

ABC

Western Australians — brace yourselves. The bottom line is, it will likely come down to these seats: Curtin Held with a 1.3 per cent swing to independent Kate Chaney It's one of the state's most marginal seats, so expect there to be a lot of focus on the affluent, leafy streets of Curtin in Perth's western suburbs. On paper, it's …

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Don Farrell's press conference turned pantomime as MPs up the theatrics

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Don Farrell's press conference turned pantomime as MPs up the theatrics

ABC

Welcome back to your weekly federal politics update, where Brett Worthington gets you up to speed on the happenings from Parliament House. It announced half a billion dollars for women's health, got the banks to agree to keep their regional branches open for at least two years, relaxed home loan lending rules for people with student debt and pledged to …

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When will the next federal election be in Australia?

1 month, 3 weeks ago

When will the next federal election be in Australia?

ABC

Canberra is once again abuzz with politicians and their cadres of staffers, with the first sitting fortnight of the new year well underway. But the fact that parliament is sitting at all in February has surprised some, after last year's speculation that there would be a federal election in March. Trying to guess election dates before the prime minister lets …

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Black by-election campaign takes acrimonious turn as thousands of voters head to the polls in Adelaide's south

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Black by-election campaign takes acrimonious turn as thousands of voters head to the polls in Adelaide's south

ABC

Voters in the electorate of Black are returning to the polls today for the third by-election in South Australia in less than three years, after the seat was vacated by former state Liberal leader David Speirs. On the hustings on Friday, both the major parties took aim at each other's campaigns, with Mr Dighton accusing the Liberals of "telling things" …

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When do polls close and when will we know the result of the US election? Here's how to follow along in Australia

4 months, 3 weeks ago

When do polls close and when will we know the result of the US election? Here's how to follow along in Australia

ABC

US presidential election counts are a media event like nothing else on earth. Polls will close in all of those swing states by 1pm Sydney time — but it will take a couple more hours before we get a clear picture of where the count is headed. Half an hour later, North Carolina exit polls arrive That's 11:30am in Sydney, …

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UK's Labour on course for huge election majority, exit poll shows

8 months, 3 weeks ago

UK's Labour on course for huge election majority, exit poll shows

Hindustan Times

Keir Starmer will be Britain's next prime minister with his Labour Party set to win a massive majority in a parliamentary election, an exit poll on Thursday indicated, while Rishi Sunak's Conservatives are forecast to suffer historic losses. "To everyone who has campaigned for Labour in this election, to everyone who voted for us and put their trust in our …

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Queensland MP Brittany Lauga closes electoral office due to threats after alleged drugging and sexual assault

10 months, 1 week ago

Queensland MP Brittany Lauga closes electoral office due to threats after alleged drugging and sexual assault

ABC

In short: State MP Brittany Lauga has closed her electoral office due to safety concerns. State MP Brittany Lauga has closed her electoral office due to safety concerns. A Queensland member of parliament has closed her electoral office in central Queensland, citing safety concerns for her staff. In a post on social media, the Labor MP for Keppel, Brittany Lauga …

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Polls open in Portugal’s election with mainstream moderates trying to keep right-wing populists at bay

1 year ago

Polls open in Portugal’s election with mainstream moderates trying to keep right-wing populists at bay

LA Times

A Socialist Party supporter attends a campaign event Friday in the Lisbon suburb of Moscavide. Polls have officially opened Sunday in Portugal’s general election with mainstream moderates trying to keep a populist party at bay. Voting began at 8 a.m. and most ballot results were expected within hours of polling stations closing at 8 p.m. Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de …

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Ask John Rentoul what’s next for the Tories and Rishi Sunak after double by-election upset

1 year, 5 months ago

Ask John Rentoul what’s next for the Tories and Rishi Sunak after double by-election upset

The Independent

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Polls close in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire by-elections

1 year, 5 months ago

Polls close in Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire by-elections

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When will we know the result of the Voice to Parliament referendum?

1 year, 5 months ago

When will we know the result of the Voice to Parliament referendum?

ABC

It's been 24 years since Australia held a constitutional referendum, and if you're aged under 42, you won't ever have voted in one before. Here's what to expect when polls close in the Voice to Parliament referendum and the counting begins on October 14. If it's not close, it's likely we'll know the overall outcome of the referendum before Western …

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How Daniel Andrews divided Victoria with world's longest Covid lockdown that earned him the name 'Dictator Dan' - but some diehard fans will still shed a tear, writes WAYNE FLOWER

1 year, 6 months ago

How Daniel Andrews divided Victoria with world's longest Covid lockdown that earned him the name 'Dictator Dan' - but some diehard fans will still shed a tear, writes WAYNE FLOWER

Daily Mail

That's how callers to Melbourne radio welcomed Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews' shock resignation on Tuesday. LIVE BLOG: Daniel Andrews quits as Victorian premier Dan Andrews and his family in his 'Danslide' state election victory Word of Mr Andrews' departure had champagne corks popping throughout Victoria - not least in the state Coalition, but also to the large percentage of residents …

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Polls close in Rockingham by-election as Premier Roger Cook predicts 'tight' race to replace Mark McGowan

1 year, 8 months ago

Polls close in Rockingham by-election as Premier Roger Cook predicts 'tight' race to replace Mark McGowan

ABC

Polls have closed in the Rockingham by-election and counting is underway to decide who will replace former premier Mark McGowan in Western Australia’s safest Labor seat. Key points: Rockingham is the safest seat in WA Labor's Magenta Marshall is expected to retain the seat By-elections usually record a swing against the government of the day Labor holds the seat by …

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Polls close in by-election tests for Rishi Sunak’s leadership

1 year, 8 months ago

Polls close in by-election tests for Rishi Sunak’s leadership

The Independent

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Tories braced for losses as votes counted in England’s local elections

1 year, 10 months ago

Tories braced for losses as votes counted in England’s local elections

The Independent

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Polling close nears amid predictions of tight race to lead the state's 58th parliament

2 years ago

Polling close nears amid predictions of tight race to lead the state's 58th parliament

ABC

Millions of voters have turned out in NSW to choose the state's 58th parliament, in an election that has seen record numbers of postal votes sent out by the NSW Electoral Commission. Key points: Premier Dominic Perrottet hopes the Coalition will be returned for a fourth term Opposition leader Chris Minns is looking for a Labor victory after 12 years …

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NSW election campaigning by Dominic Perrottet and Chris Minns puts spotlight on one battleground seat

2 years ago

NSW election campaigning by Dominic Perrottet and Chris Minns puts spotlight on one battleground seat

ABC

If attention from Liberal and Labor leaders is anything to go by, Parramatta is the must-win seat of next weekend's NSW election. Key points: Campaigning officially kicked off on March 3 Both parties have been spruiking their policies for longer than that Labor needs to win nine seats to form majority government The ABC has tracked the leaders' movements since …

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Victorian election results confirmed for Labor in Preston as Liberal MP laments party's 'existential crisis'

2 years, 3 months ago

Victorian election results confirmed for Labor in Preston as Liberal MP laments party's 'existential crisis'

ABC

Victorian Labor has secured another seat in the lower house, as a Liberal MP about to vote on the new leader has declared his party is facing an "existential crisis". Key points: James Newbury, one of the few Liberal MPs to gain ground in the election, says the party needs to undergo generational change The party will elect a new …

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Victorian election results to be finalised as counting resumes in wake of Labor victory

2 years, 4 months ago

Victorian election results to be finalised as counting resumes in wake of Labor victory

ABC

Counting resumes in Victoria today to determine the final make-up of the state's parliament, in the wake of a Labor victory which has left the Coalition fractured and the future of the Liberal Party uncertain. Key points: Just a handful of seats remain in doubt in the state's new lower house The Liberals are looking for a new leader while …

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Daniel Andrews re-election prompts exodus as Victorians vow to leave the state

2 years, 4 months ago

Daniel Andrews re-election prompts exodus as Victorians vow to leave the state

Daily Mail

Victorians disappointed at Daniel Andrews' Labor government winning a third term have vowed to leave the state forever. Outraged Victorians have vowed to leave the state after Daniel Andrews was re-elected premier for a third term Victorians have threatened to pack up their bags and move interstate rather than endure another four years under a Labor leadership 'If Dan Andrews …

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Victorian election result a triumph for Dan Andrews and a nightmare for the Liberal Party

2 years, 4 months ago

Victorian election result a triumph for Dan Andrews and a nightmare for the Liberal Party

ABC

Quiet Victorians spoke on Saturday night to deliver Dan Andrews another term as Victorian premier. Former prime minister Scott Morrison might have won the so-called unwinnable 2019 election on the back of what he called the quiet Australians, but it was understated Victorians that delivered Labor a historic third term. While the Andrews government has received a substantial swing against …

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Daniel Andrews wins third term as Victorian premier as Liberal Party handed 'disaster'

2 years, 4 months ago

Daniel Andrews wins third term as Victorian premier as Liberal Party handed 'disaster'

ABC

Victorian Labor Premier Daniel Andrews has secured a third term of majority government in an emphatic victory which delivered an electoral disaster to the Liberal Party. Key points: Mr Andrews says his party will govern for all Victorians The Liberal Party failed to win key seats in Melbourne's east The Greens will not wield influence in a minority government but …

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Victoria premier Daniel Andrews reveals how he spent night celebrating re-election

2 years, 4 months ago

Victoria premier Daniel Andrews reveals how he spent night celebrating re-election

Daily Mail

Daniel Andrews has labelled Victoria the best state in the country by making a bizarre comparison to the US in his first press conference as re-elected premier. Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews celebrates during his victory speech at the Labor election party surrounded by his wife and children Liberal senator Jane Hume has slammed Dan Andrews, describing his election victory speech …

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Victorian Election 2022: Daniel Andrews' victory speech panned as Labor win majority

2 years, 4 months ago

Victorian Election 2022: Daniel Andrews' victory speech panned as Labor win majority

Daily Mail

A high-profile Liberal senator has slammed Daniel Andrews' victory speech as 'really rude' and accused him of making his critics out to be anti-vaxxers after the Victorian Premier celebrated his third term by declaring 'vaccines work'. A jubilant Mr Andrews with his wife and children ahead of his victory speech after he won a third term as Victoria's Premier Daniel …

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Victoria election 2022: Peta Credlin's withering Sky News rant after Daniel Andrews victory

2 years, 4 months ago

Victoria election 2022: Peta Credlin's withering Sky News rant after Daniel Andrews victory

Daily Mail

Conservative Sky News commentator Peta Credlin has unleashed a furious spray at the Victorian Liberal Party as they suffer a convincing loss to Daniel Andrews' Labor in the state election. Sky News host Peta Credlin blamed 'factional warlordism' and the Liberals 'being comfortable in Opposition' for their defeat in the Victorian election on Saturday Dan Andrews has led Labor to …

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As Victoria's election race tightens, these are some of the seats the leaders have been visiting

2 years, 4 months ago

As Victoria's election race tightens, these are some of the seats the leaders have been visiting

ABC

In the final few weeks of campaigning, the two men vying to be Victoria's premier have been zig-zagging across the state. As this map shows, Mr Andrews has held six press conferences in the seat of Melbourne — although that's likely due to the central location than targeted campaigning in the seat. Mr Andrews has also visited Labor-held seats in …

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Is Dan Andrews about to lose his seat?

2 years, 4 months ago

Is Dan Andrews about to lose his seat?

Daily Mail

Daniel Andrews could be driven from government by his own constituents as voters in the traditional Labor stronghold turn out in force to support his independent rival. Situated just across the highway from Mr Andrews' electoral office, Daily Mail Australia attended the Mulgrave district early voting centre, southeast of Melbourne's CBD, to conduct its own mini-poll of the masses. Former …

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Narracan poll delayed after candidate's death. What does it mean for Saturday's election?

2 years, 4 months ago

Narracan poll delayed after candidate's death. What does it mean for Saturday's election?

ABC

Voters in the eastern Victoria electorate of Narracan will have their election delayed after the death of a candidate just days out from polling day. Key points: Narracan candidate Shaun Gilchrist died over the weekend The election in the seat will now be declared "failed" and a supplementary election will need to be held Voters in the electorate are being …

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Greens poll strongly in Labor seats as Liberal preferences threaten to shake up Victorian parliament

2 years, 4 months ago

Greens poll strongly in Labor seats as Liberal preferences threaten to shake up Victorian parliament

ABC

Free condoms in high schools and subsidised contraceptive pills across the state are the latest proposals from the Victorian Greens as part of an increasingly confident push to hold the balance of power. Key points: The Greens have pledged more than $20 million towards free contraception for Victorians Several Labor seats are seen as vulnerable to the Greens in the …

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Adem Somyurek tells why Victorian Premier Dan Andrews could lose his seat at state election

2 years, 4 months ago

Adem Somyurek tells why Victorian Premier Dan Andrews could lose his seat at state election

Daily Mail

Victorian Premier Dan Andrews risks losing his own seat in the upcoming state election, according to former Labor power broker and numbers man Adem Somyurek. Mr Somyurek likened the Andrews government, which is controlled by Labor's Socialist Left faction, to the one led by Joan Kirner which was resoundingly swept from power in 1992 as Victoria faced huge economic woes. …

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After disastrous primary, Arizona county overhauls elections

2 years, 5 months ago

After disastrous primary, Arizona county overhauls elections

Associated Press

PHOENIX — A rural Arizona county where a disastrous primary season was one of the year’s biggest U.S. election debacles has gotten on track for successful midterm voting, an expert said Wednesday. “You are on the right course now,” Brad Nelson, the former longtime elections chief in neighboring Pima County, told Pinal County’s Board of Supervisors, saying that many of …

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Voting closes in Tory leadership race after long summer of campaigning

2 years, 6 months ago

Voting closes in Tory leadership race after long summer of campaigning

The Independent

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UK’s Johnson faces test in 2 special parliamentary elections

2 years, 9 months ago

UK’s Johnson faces test in 2 special parliamentary elections

Associated Press

LONDON — Polls opened Thursday in Britain for two special elections that could deliver a new blow to scandal-tainted Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Labour leader Keir Starmer said victory there “could be the birthplace of the next Labour government.” Polls suggest the Tiverton race is neck-and-neck between the Conservatives and the centrist Liberal Democrats. The leader of the Liberal …

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Nicholls election result sees Coalition stronghold collapse in northern Victorian seat

2 years, 10 months ago

Nicholls election result sees Coalition stronghold collapse in northern Victorian seat

ABC

On election night in the northern Victorian seat of Nicholls, two very different parties were taking place. Key points: The Nationals have retained the seat of Nicholls, but it is no longer the safest Coalition seat in Victoria Independent challenger Rob Priestly has significantly dented the Nationals' vast margin in the seat New member for Nicholls Sam Birrell says he …

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Australia election results 2022; Graham 'Richo' Richardson calls the election for Labor; Albanese

2 years, 10 months ago

Australia election results 2022; Graham 'Richo' Richardson calls the election for Labor; Albanese

Daily Mail

An ex-minister and Labor powerbroker has made a stunning election call hours before all votes are counted declaring that Anthony Albanese will be the next Prime Minister. An ex-minister and Labor powerbroker Graham 'Richo' Richardson has made a stunning election call hours before all votes are counted declaring that Anthony Albanese will be the next Prime Minister As the votes …

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When will we know the result of Australia's 2022 federal election?

2 years, 10 months ago

When will we know the result of Australia's 2022 federal election?

ABC

When will we have an election result? Although there has been a high number of early votes this election, a new law will allow the electoral commission to start sorting votes early — from 4pm to be exact. There is a new law that permits the electoral commission to start sorting pre-poll votes by 4pm on Saturday," the ABC's chief …

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The Australian election map has been lying to you

2 years, 10 months ago

The Australian election map has been lying to you

ABC

It's almost election day, which for you means it's time to vote, if you haven't already. Labor is strongest in Victoria, holding 22 seats to the Coalition's 15 and that's part of the reason it's often called Australia's most progressive state. In Western Australia, where we know the Coalition dominated in 2019, election watchers are waiting to see whether Premier …

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Towns across regional Australia may not have polling centres for federal election because of staff shortages

2 years, 10 months ago

Towns across regional Australia may not have polling centres for federal election because of staff shortages

ABC

The Electoral Commissioner warns voters in many regional parts of Australia may not have a polling centre in their town on election day because of a worker shortage. Key points: The federal election is on this Saturday The Australian Electoral Commission has not managed to employ enough staff for polling centres in regional areas An academic says he has never …

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Polls close in crunch elections around UK

2 years, 10 months ago

Polls close in crunch elections around UK

The Independent

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Local elections 2022: Timetable of key results and events

2 years, 10 months ago

Local elections 2022: Timetable of key results and events

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2022 Local Elections: Boris Johnson and Keir Starmer join millions casting their ballots

2 years, 10 months ago

2022 Local Elections: Boris Johnson and Keir Starmer join millions casting their ballots

Daily Mail

Millions of Britons flocked to polling stations across the UK today to cast their vote in local elections as the country basked in glorious sunshine. May 5, 2022 Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and wife Victoria after voting at the TRA Hall, London, May 5, 2022 First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's husband Peter Murrell, Chief Executive of the SNP, comes up …

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Mark Drakeford casts vote in local council elections

2 years, 10 months ago

Mark Drakeford casts vote in local council elections

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It's election day in South Australia. Here are five things to know about today's contest

3 years ago

It's election day in South Australia. Here are five things to know about today's contest

ABC

South Australians will today decide between Steven Marshall's Liberal government and Peter Malinauskas's Labor Party. The Marshall government was widely praised for its COVID-19 response, which put public servants like police commissioner Grant Stevens and Chief Public Health Officer Nicola Spurrier at the front of decision making. Former Labor MP Frances Bedford has added a layer of interest by fighting …

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NSW by-elections to be held in Bega, Monaro, Willoughby and Strathfield this weekend

3 years, 1 month ago

NSW by-elections to be held in Bega, Monaro, Willoughby and Strathfield this weekend

ABC

ABC election analyst Antony Green is tipping postal votes to play a significant role in the results of Saturday's by-elections in Bega and Monaro. Key points: Voters in Bega, Monaro, Willoughby and Strathfield will head to the polls on Saturday The counts in Bega and Monaro could take longer than usual due to the extended deadline for postal votes Antony …

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Polls close in Japan election seen as test for PM Kishida

3 years, 5 months ago

Polls close in Japan election seen as test for PM Kishida

Al Jazeera

Polls show ruling LDP is on the brink of losing its single-party majority in the lower house for first time since 2009. Polls have closed in Japan’s general election seen as a test for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his long-ruling conservative party, which has been battered by its perceived mishandling of the coronavirus pandemic. It was too close to …

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Daniel Andrews returns as Victorian Premier following back injury, slams 'vile' rumours

3 years, 9 months ago

Daniel Andrews returns as Victorian Premier following back injury, slams 'vile' rumours

ABC

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has again taken aim at "vile" rumours about the back and rib injuries which forced him into extended medical leave, during his first press conference since returning to the job. Key points: The Premier says he will not waste time on "those who tried to politically weaponise" his fall Mr Andrews has thanked his family, medical …

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Polls close in Upper Hunter by-election after voter push from Coalition heavyweights

3 years, 10 months ago

Polls close in Upper Hunter by-election after voter push from Coalition heavyweights

ABC

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has acknowledged a win in today’s Upper Hunter by-election "would be breaking the course of history". By-election will have ramifications for all parties — but one leader has the most to lose Photo shows Stakes are high at this weekend’s by-election in the Upper Hunter Today's Upper Hunter by-election is sure to cause a ripple effect …

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