In the shadow of an election, things are looking up for the PM – while opposition leader Peter Dutton’s approval rating slips into negative territory nationwide
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Australians are feeling more optimistic in 2025 about the fortunes of the economy and their families, delivering Anthony Albanese a welcome approval polling boost to begin the election year.
Voters’ perceptions of the country, their personal finances and the year ahead were much rosier after the summer holiday period, the latest Essential poll found, in a substantial turnaround from the mood before Christmas.
