‘Scare campaign’ accusations, costings and more debates: watching the home stretch of the Australian election

The Coalition’s support is sagging, with marginal seats showing reduced voter trust. The opposition remains confident in winning Melbourne-area seats like Chisholm, Aston, and McEwen, though victory hinges on strong Victorian performance alongside efforts elsewhere. Accusations persist that the Coalition risks underfunding essential services to fund nuclear reactors, while health policy costs remain undisclosed despite promises not to close urgent clinics.