From inflation to infighting, the six factors that will shape Australian politics in 2026

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From inflation to infighting, the six factors that will shape Australian politics in 2026

Albanese will face a crucial test on the economy while the Coalition deals with existential questions after an election drubbing

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Before 14 December, Anthony Albanese was enjoying the most successful year of his long parliamentary career.

A landslide election win delivered Labor 94 lower house seats and crushed its political opponents.

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Australian politicsAnthony AlbaneseSussan LeyLabor partyCoalitionAustralian economyAustralia newsOne NationBarnaby JoyceChris Bowen

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