SYDNEY: In a national election driven by growing costs, climate anxiety, and the disruptive influence of US President Donald Trump, voting got underway across Australia on Saturday.
Inflation and international politics have had a significant impact on the campaign, from grocery store shelves to news stories throughout the world.
In his bid for a second term, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is up against Peter Dutton, who has caused controversy with his admiration for Trump.
In numerous opinion polls conducted before election day, it was nearly unanimous that Albanese’s ruling Labor Party would be re-elected.
