Labor’s primary vote hits Gillard-era low

In Short:
– Labor’s primary vote is now at 29%, the lowest since June 2013.
– Prime Minister Albanese’s approval rating is minus-22 after removing fuel excise relief.

Labor’s primary vote has dropped to 29 per cent, its lowest since June 2013, as new polling reveals significant declines in support.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s approval rating stands at minus-22 after the government removed fuel excise relief.

Polling results

Labor’s recent dip mirrors the previous Gillard government vote ahead of her removal.

The survey involved 1242 voters and shows the Coalition’s primary vote at 18 per cent, trailing behind One Nation’s 29 per cent.

Despite losses, Albanese leads a hypothetical prime minister preference race against both Senator Hanson and Opposition Leader Taylor.

Albanese will tackle economic issues in parliament, alongside discussions on taxes, migration, and terrorism legislation.

The Coalition intends to critique the government’s handling of living standards and the cost-of-living crisis.

One Nation aims to introduce stricter anti-terror measures in upcoming sessions.

Senator Hanson currently ranks second in prime minister preferences with 31 per cent support.

The Coalition’s primary support is near record lows, reflecting a decline from their previous results.

Taylor’s approval rating has improved slightly yet remains behind Albanese.

The Greens have seen an increase in support, rising from 12 per cent to 14 per cent.

In June 2023, Labor enjoyed a much higher primary vote of 37 per cent, indicating a notable shift in voter sentiment.

The Coalition’s support has significantly weakened over six months, intensifying pressure on leadership within the party.

Leadership challenges

The political landscape continues to shift with significant implications for current leadership dynamics.

Voter preferences suggest a challenging road ahead for Albanese and the Labor Party.