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4 weeks ago | 
abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
A tax cut, or a cut to the fuel excise? A battle over "budget sweeteners" has emerged on the eve of the election. Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has conceded a Dutton Government would repeal the Albanese Government's tax cut legislation — which swiftly passed the parliament — and now all eyes are on Peter Dutton as he unveils his highly anticipated Budget Reply. Charles Croucher, 9News Chief Political Editor joins Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly on The Party RoomGot a burning political query?
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2 months ago | 
abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Fran Kelly |Nick Bryant |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
The US election race is still too close to call, but a shock new poll suggests Democrat candidate Kamala Harris will win Iowa — which was previously considered a safe Republican seat. And as women outpace men in early voting, the Democrats are hoping the voting gender gap could see Kamala Harris get over the line. But will the "bro vote" that Republican candidate Donald Trump has been cultivating come out in force on polling day?
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2 months ago | 
abc.net.au | Fran Kelly |Patricia Karvelas |David Lipson |Catherine Van Extel |Lara Heaton
While there's a long way to go, early US election results show Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump appears to have the lead over Democrat Presidential candidate Kamala Harris in the Electoral College count. Trump has won the battleground swing state of North Carolina, while other swing states are leaning Republican. So, what emerging trends are we seeing — did the "bros" get off the couch and vote? And what role has the economy played in swaying votes?
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2 months ago | 
abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Tom Crowley |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
As the Albanese Government tries to ram its jam-packed agenda through parliament, speculation is mounting it could be the final sitting fortnight not just of the year — but before the election. It comes as Peter Dutton is squaring up for a fight on migration, refusing to support Labor's proposed international student caps, which he's labelled "a dogs breakfast". Anna Henderson, SBS Chief Political Correspondent joins Patricia Karvelas and Tom Crowley on The Party Room.
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2 months ago | 
abc.net.au | Fran Kelly |Patricia Karvelas |Laura Tingle |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
Amid a spate of anti-Semitic attacks, the Prime Minister bowed to mounting pressure and called an emergency National Cabinet meeting. But the Opposition slammed the Government for being too slow to act, with Peter Dutton suggesting Anthony Albanese hadn't shown leadership on the issue. And with US President Donald Trump now officially back in the White House, how will Australia's relationship fare?
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2 months ago | 
abc.net.au | Fran Kelly |Patricia Karvelas |Catherine Van Extel |Lara Heaton
Parliament returned this week, but the Albanese Government's momentum was quickly derailed after Donald Trump's announcement the US would "own" the Gaza strip. And while both the PM and Opposition leader declared they still support a two-state solution — they were both reticent to rebuff the US President's claims — with Peter Dutton labelling Trump "a big thinker". So, is the Government walking on eggshells over concerns about possible future tariffs?
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
abc.net.au | Fran Kelly |Patricia Karvelas |Laura Tingle |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
Amid a spate of anti-Semitic attacks, the Prime Minister bowed to mounting pressure and called an emergency National Cabinet meeting. But the Opposition slammed the Government for being too slow to act, with Peter Dutton suggesting Anthony Albanese hadn't shown leadership on the issue. And with US President Donald Trump now officially back in the White House, how will Australia's relationship fare? Laura Tingle, ABC 730 Political Editor joins Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly on The Party Room.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Jacob Greber |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
As the dust settles on the parliamentary year, election strategies and catchphrases are already being tested by all sides of politics. Anthony Albanese has promised voters that he's "got your back", while the Greens have put the government on notice for a formal power-sharing agreement if the election results in a minority Labor government. Clare Armstrong, National Political Editor for News Corp joins Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber on The Party Room. Got a burning political query?
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Nov 28, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Melissa Clarke |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
In a mammoth final sitting day for the year, the Albanese Government managed to rush 31 bills through the Senate — including key policy measures on housing, migration, and social media reform. But how is Australia's "world leading" social media ban for under 16s being received and can it actually be enforced? Patricia Karvelas and Mel Clarke break it down on The Party Room bonus episode. Listen back to the full episode of The Party Room with Sarah Ferguson and Paul Karp.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
abc.net.au | Patricia Karvelas |Tom Crowley |Lara Heaton |Catherine Van Extel
As the Albanese Government tries to ram its jam-packed agenda through parliament, speculation is mounting it could be the final sitting fortnight not just of the year — but before the election. It comes as Peter Dutton is squaring up for a fight on migration, refusing to support Labor's proposed international student caps, which he's labelled "a dogs breakfast". Anna Henderson, SBS Chief Political Correspondent joins Patricia Karvelas and Tom Crowley on The Party Room.
