In a fiery election debate, Labor leader Anthony Albanese and Coalition leader Peter Dutton sparred over defense spending and cost of living issues in the lead up to the 2025 election. With both parties releasing their policy platforms, voters are faced with a clear choice between the two major parties.

Albanese criticized the Coalition for what he described as reckless defense spending, arguing that the money could be better spent on healthcare and education. Dutton fired back, accusing Labor of being weak on national security and defense.

Cost of living emerged as another key battleground, with both parties pledging to ease the financial burden on Australian households. Labor’s policy focus on reducing electricity prices and increasing wages contrasted with the Coalition’s promises of tax cuts and incentives for homeowners.

As the election campaign heats up, voters are eagerly awaiting the next policy announcement from both parties. With only a few weeks left until polling day, the race for the 2025 election is shaping up to be one of the most closely contested in recent memory.