Politics
Six by-elections, one clear signal: Victoria is heading for a Coalition win
Six Australian by-elections took place in 2026. Most will barely rate a footnote in the history books, but two of...
Articles by Malcolm Mackerras
Politics
Hanson’s poison pill: Why Labor should win another WA seat it has no right to
A WA by-election that should have been a golden chance for the Liberal Party is instead shaping up as another...
Politics
My ‘tentative’ pick for the next Australian PM: Jim Chalmers
Malcolm raises two questions in his article today. But for Australians, the more interesting one is who’ll be our next...
Politics
Calling the Coalition: my Victorian election numbers
With Victoria heading to the polls on 28 November, it’s time to put my numbers on the record.
Politics
Makerfield brings good news
Andy Burnham has entered the House of Commons, Nigel Farage has been stopped in his tracks, and Keir Starmer’s days...
Politics
Three by-elections give wins to different parties
After three different by-elections, here's my very tentative prediction for the May 2028 general election.
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Farrer by-election prediction: One Nation to win
Nominations for the 9 May Farrer by-election are now confirmed, which means it’s time for my prediction. Twelve candidates are...
Politics
Bernardi’s bid: One Nation’s outrage at the will of the voters
South Australia’s 2026 election has delivered its final verdict — a commanding Labor majority and a Liberal opposition under Ashton...
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South Australia election predictions: Ashton Hurn will still be SA Leader of the Opposition
Here are my predictions for the South Australian election on March 21.
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Disruptor David Littleproud enjoys another win
My view is that Littleproud has very little to be proud about. However, he has much to be ashamed of...