A recent Newspoll has revealed devastating news for the Coalition, with support among Australian voters plummeting to a 40-year low.
The primary vote for the Coalition has dropped to just 29 per cent, a significant decrease from its already dismal performance at the federal election just a few months ago.
This is the lowest primary vote recorded for the Liberal-National Party since Newspoll was established in 1985.
In contrast, the primary vote for Labor is sitting at 36 per cent, with the Greens and Independents maintaining steady support and One Nation experiencing a slight increase in popularity.
When preference votes are factored in, Labor is leading 57-43 per cent on a two-party preferred basis, a near 2 per cent increase for Labor since the election.
Meanwhile, the majority of those surveyed (52 per cent) prefer Anthony Albanese as prime minister, with 32 per cent supporting Sussan Ley and 16 per cent undecided.
Albanese’s performance as prime minister has seen a modest boost in voter satisfaction, but still falls short of the halfway mark at 47 per cent.
Albanese Urges MPs to Take Responsibility Seriously
As federal parliament prepares to resume on Tuesday, Albanese has reminded MPs not to take their positions for granted.
Speaking to federal MPs, the prime minister emphasized the importance of taking their responsibilities seriously and making a positive impact on the country.
Albanese highlighted the changed makeup of the next parliament, noting that it is now more representative of the people it serves.
Parliament to Focus on Election Commitments
The federal government has announced plans to implement election commitments in the opening days of the new term, including laws to reduce HECS debts for university students by 20 per cent.
Other priorities include increasing safety measures for children in childcare and legally protecting penalty rates for workers.
About 40 new politicians will enter parliament for the first time and will give their maiden speeches.