rooster59 Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Australian voters tipped to elect Labor government Prime Minister Scott Morrison makes an address following the passing of former Australian prime minister Bob Hawke, at Brisbane Airport in Brisbane, Australia, May 16, 2019. AAP Image/Getty Images Pool, Tracey Nearmy/via REUTERS SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian bookies predict a return to power for the Labor party in an election on Saturday after six years in the political wilderness and a campaign in which it has put climate change and tax reform at the top of its agenda. Prime Minister Scott Morrison has made economic management the centrepiece of the campaign for his conservative Liberal-National coalition, which has held power since 2013. Polls open at 8 a.m. (2200 GMT on Friday) and will close at 6 p.m. (0800 GMT). Voting is compulsory in Australia and the result should be known on Saturday evening. The campaign has ended on a sombre note with the death on Thursday of the popular former prime minister and Labor stalwart Bob Hawke. Hawke, who was prime minister from 1983 to 1991, was 89. While it seems unlikely that Hawke's death would have any impact on how voters cast their ballots, Labor leader Bill Shorten said it had made him more determined than ever. "I already feel a responsibility to millions of people to win. But sure, I want to do it for Bob as well. I don't want to let his memory down," Shorten told Channel Nine. Shorten seems to have struck a chord with voters who feel financially left behind and are worried about the environment with his promise to cut both greenhouse gases, in one of the biggest carbon dioxide emitters, and generous tax concessions enjoyed by the wealthy. Morrison has criticised Labor's policy as an attack on people's aspirations. Opinion polls indicate that Morrison has narrowed Labor's lead during the campaign, but many voters are still angry about the ousting of his socially moderate predecessor, Malcolm Turnbull, in a backbench revolt last August. Turnbull was the second prime minister to be ousted while in office by the ruling Liberal Party amid deep divisions over climate and energy policy. While polls show most Australians support stronger action to tackle climate change, Morrison's coalition strongly supports the coal industry. Morrison has said Australia would meet its commitment under the Paris Accord to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by between 26% and 28% on 2005 levels, but says more ambitious targets would damage the economy. Shorten said that if elected his government would aim to cut carbon emissions by 45% from 2005 levels by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2050. With about 17 million eligible voters, the Electoral Commission will operate more than 7,000 polling stations in venues such as surf clubs, schools and public halls. There will also be about 90 voting centres overseas. A time difference of two hours between the east and west coasts means voting centres in Western Australia will still be open as the initial counts start coming on the populous east coast. -- © Copyright Reuters 2019-05-18 Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking Thailand news and visa info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorG Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Vote early, vote often. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegman Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 33 minutes ago, DoctorG said: Vote early, vote often. ???? Yes, but make sure it is for Labour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Robson Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 My only hope is that a Labor Govt would help the Aussie dollar heading back in the right direction . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeycu Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 10 minutes ago, Paul Robson said: My only hope is that a Labor Govt would help the Aussie dollar heading back in the right direction . The Libs sure as hell have been no help on that matter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 12 minutes ago, Paul Robson said: My only hope is that a Labor Govt would help the Aussie dollar heading back in the right direction . I'm not sure how they could do that but certainly a nice idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacessit Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 7 minutes ago, scorecard said: I'm not sure how they could do that but certainly a nice idea. Renewable energy has been a policy vacuum for the Liberals. Enough research there to say we could become the world's premier renewable energy exporter, with decent government support. We get more sunshine than any other country. More exports than imports is what drives any currency up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfd101 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 1 hour ago, Paul Robson said: My only hope is that a Labor Govt would help the Aussie dollar heading back in the right direction . Um, and ever-bigger Government + more & more taxes + more & more Government expenditure is going to help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baerboxer Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Looks like Labor might win the Aussie election this year then. Wonder who they'll elect next year ?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basil B Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 BBC London says: Quote Australia's governing Liberal coalition appears set to defy predictions by winning the federal election, the country's national broadcaster says. But with nearly half of votes yet to be counted, it is unclear whether centre-right Liberal PM Scott Morrison will be able to form a majority government. Exit polls had suggested a narrow victory for the opposition Labor Party for the first time in six years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-48305001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterw42 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Doesnt look like a labor win to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brewsterbudgen Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Doesnt look like a labor win to me. Are Exit polls ever right?Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripstanley Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 10 hours ago, pegman said: Yes, but make sure it is for Labour If you are going for them please know how to spell their name. Australian Labor Party edit They are well behind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Christmas13 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 5 minutes ago, brewsterbudgen said: Are Exit polls ever right? Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk This was live on Tv just a few minutes ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Christmas13 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Yes bring back Gillard and Kevin they make sure the country is fttted for good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Christmas13 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 LNP needs 2 more seats and WA counting is not complete yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Christmas13 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Bill Shorten steps down as Labor Leader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack100 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 What happened to poor Clive Palmer ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Christmas13 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 1 hour ago, Jack100 said: What happened to poor Clive Palmer ? well I would not call him poor he invested 60 million dollars in his campaign and only got a few percent of the voters less than the fish and chip lady got but I am really glad the commies did not get back in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegman Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 1 hour ago, ripstanley said: If you are going for them please know how to spell their name. Australian Labor Party edit They are well behind If they spelt it right, rather than like American want-2-be's, maybe they would win more often Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfd101 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 It was nice to spend several hours this afternoon & evening watching a REAL democracy at work - egalitarian & law-abiding in spirit, with courteous call from the defeated party leader to the continuing PM with congratulations & best wishes. The people were presented with a real choice between the 2 main parties and their choice, at the national level, was pretty clear. Final results for the House should be in by Monday or Tuesday, the Senate shortly after. Then the new government sworn in & back to work. An example some other countries could learn from ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tifino Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 you beauty!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simple1 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 7 hours ago, pegman said: If they spelt it right, rather than like American want-2-be's, maybe they would win more often The ALP adopted the formal name "Australian Labour Party" in 1908, but changed the spelling to "Labor" in 1912. While it is standard practice in Australian English both today and at the time to spell the word "labour" with a "u", the party was influenced by the United States labor movement, and a prominent figure in the early history of the party, the American-born King O'Malley, was successful in having the spelling "modernised". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TopDeadSenter Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 6 hours ago, mfd101 said: It was nice to spend several hours this afternoon & evening watching a REAL democracy at work - egalitarian & law-abiding in spirit, with courteous call from the defeated party leader to the continuing PM with congratulations & best wishes. The people were presented with a real choice between the 2 main parties and their choice, at the national level, was pretty clear. Final results for the House should be in by Monday or Tuesday, the Senate shortly after. Then the new government sworn in & back to work. An example some other countries could learn from ... Great post. The results were as close as the UK Brexit referendum, yet full credit to the the Australian Labor party, they did not call for a 2nd election to be held. They did not call the coalition voters ignorant racists. Very mature and respectful. Well done Australia, this is how to behave in the electoral process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simple1 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 34 minutes ago, TopDeadSenter said: Great post. The results were as close as the UK Brexit referendum, yet full credit to the the Australian Labor party, they did not call for a 2nd election to be held. They did not call the coalition voters ignorant racists. Very mature and respectful. Well done Australia, this is how to behave in the electoral process. I voted for the Liberal Party. However, IMO it is unfortunate the Liberals had a deal for preferences with OneNation (corrupt & racist far right party) and UAP (rip off billionaire, cheated his workers). Would have been much better not to have collaborated with two individuals who are an insult to the Australian character. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacessit Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 This is sad. Climate change and inequitable distribution of wealth are major issues in Australia. In re-electing the Coalition, the majority of Australians opted for the status quo. Multinationals will continue to profit shift and avoid their fair share of taxation. The Adani mine will go ahead. A big chance to be the premier exporter of renewable energy will go begging. What's happened to Australia? We used to be bold and inventive. Now the majority of Australians are fearful and timid. I really fear the decision by the majority of Australians yesterday will haunt them for decades, as we drift into irrelevance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfd101 Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 1 hour ago, Lacessit said: This is sad. Climate change and inequitable distribution of wealth are major issues in Australia. In re-electing the Coalition, the majority of Australians opted for the status quo. Multinationals will continue to profit shift and avoid their fair share of taxation. The Adani mine will go ahead. A big chance to be the premier exporter of renewable energy will go begging. What's happened to Australia? We used to be bold and inventive. Now the majority of Australians are fearful and timid. I really fear the decision by the majority of Australians yesterday will haunt them for decades, as we drift into irrelevance. I think that ScoMo will now move on climate change. Nothing could happen before while he lacked the authority he has gained overnight, and while Tony Rabbit (as my b/f calls him) was still in the Parliament. The issue is not whether to address climate change but how to & at what speed, noting the degree to which coal currently contributes to Australia's remarkable continuing prosperity. As to 'inequitable distribution of wealth' the OECD regularly has Oz in the top half-dozen countries for redistribution from rich to poor ... Certainly a world away from Outback Thailand, with its determined autocracy, rigid social hierarchy & b/s 'democracy'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelsall Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 3 hours ago, TopDeadSenter said: Great post. The results were as close as the UK Brexit referendum, yet full credit to the the Australian Labor party, they did not call for a 2nd election to be held. They did not call the coalition voters ignorant racists. Very mature and respectful. Well done Australia, this is how to behave in the electoral process. Also did not blame the whole thing on the Russians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lannarebirth Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 3 hours ago, Lacessit said: A big chance to be the premier exporter of renewable energy will go begging. I'm curious. Which type of renewable energy had you hoped Austrailia would become the premier exporter of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterw42 Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 6 minutes ago, lannarebirth said: I'm curious. Which type of renewable energy had you hoped Austrailia would become the premier exporter of? I'm more wondering how you export renewable energy, big long cables ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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