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Labor’s declining popularity confirmed in by-election swing

Labor faces severe electoral decline in Victoria, with significant byelection swings benefiting Liberals and Greens struggling in Prahran.

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8 months ago

February 9, 2025

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Labor faces severe electoral decline in Victoria, with significant byelection swings benefiting Liberals and Greens losing in Prahran.

In Short

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan faces challenges after Labor’s support declines significantly in the Werribee byelection, losing ground to independent candidates. Polling reveals unpopularity for both former Premier Dan Andrews and current leaders, indicating a broader shift in voter sentiment in Victoria.

If this swing were applied federally, Labor could lose approximately 11 seats in Victoria.

These results illustrate a troubling decline in Labor’s support in what has traditionally been their stronghold.

In Werribee, Labor’s primary vote plummeted by 17 per cent, with many voters opting for the 10 independent candidates instead of the Liberal candidate, Steve Murphy.

Although the Liberals may regret that more votes did not directly shift to them, they are encouraged by any increase in support, particularly given their prior challenges.

Previously, Werribee was considered a safe Labor seat, similar to federal areas like Lalor and Gorton.

Pollsters indicate Labor’s declining appeal in Victoria is tied to the unpopularity of former Premier Dan Andrews and current issues surrounding Albanese’s leadership.

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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22 hours ago

October 10, 2025

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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2 days ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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