With a change of electoral boundaries, the Hunter Valley centre of Muswellbrook Shire has now changed from the federal electorate of Hunter to New England.
Federal Politics
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025
YouGov Poll points to Labor retaining Government
Labor has had a reversal of fortune in the major polls with the latest YouGov poll showing working voters shifting away from the coalition.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025
Spotlight on power bill promises as campaign fires up
Another day focused on energy policy and cost-of-living pressures as politicians brush off protester interruptions and battle to stay on message.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Health
Labor angling for Medicare fight on day one of campaign
The federal election has started with a bang with political parties promoting their health and cost-of-living offerings to an electorate feeling the pinch.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, New England Times Engage Poll
Engage Poll: A ‘miracle’ required for Labor to ever win over New England
While Labor’s lack of support in the New England is not exactly breaking news, the comments did reveal some interesting insights, that do align with last week’s finding that many locals feel the Nationals have abandoned us.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025
It’s on for May 3
Australians will cast their ballot on May 3, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ending months of speculation about the timing of the next federal election.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Energy
Gas reserve, quick approvals heart of Dutton pitch
A gas reserve and $1 billion earmarked for pipelines and storage will bring down power prices, the opposition leader says, as he promises cost-of-living relief.
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Dutton to pitch cheaper petrol in budget reply
Peter Dutton is expected to announce a pledge to halve the fuel excise in his speech in reply to the Budget tonight.
Posted inAgriculture, Australia Votes 2025, Business, Federal Politics, Health
Small and rural forgotten in Budget for big end of town
Last night’s budget has come under intense criticism for ignoring small business and rural communities, while showering trinkets and favours on our biggest cities and businesses.
Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics
Food and fibre get millions to fend off Trump tariffs
The federal government has moved to defend Australia’s agricultural exports, as the sector prepares to have one of its biggest production years on record.