Final dash: these are the seats Labor and the Coalition will target, with Greens and teals the X-factor

With election day rapidly approaching, the focus has shifted to the race for marginal seats, particularly in the mortgage belt. While both Labor and the Coalition could win seats from each other, the Greens’ influence and Climate 200-backed independents are seen as critical factors in determining government outcomes. Early voting patterns and last-minute campaigns are expected to play a significant role, with notable efforts by Anthony Albanese to challenge Peter Dutton’s position in Brisbane. The election is unpredictable, with many marginal seats remaining contested due to swing voters and external X-factors like the Gaza conflict and rising costs of living.