Issue Watch
Kevin Rudd
Turnbull’s Popularity Collapses in Australia
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The leader of Australia’s Liberal Party finds himself with much fewer supporters after an accusation that has backfired, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 25 per cent of respondents are satisfied with Malcolm Turnbull’s performance as opposition leader, down 19 points since mid-June.
Jul 2, 2009
Most Australians Content with PM Rudd
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Kevin Rudd continues to enjoy the support of a majority of Australians, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 56 per cent of respondents are satisfied with the prime minister’s performance, down two points since mid-May.
Jun 11, 2009
ALP Still Ahead of Opposition in Australia
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The governing Australian Labor Party (ALP) maintains a high level of public backing in the country, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 43 per cent of respondents would support the ALP in the next election to the House of Representatives.
Jun 6, 2009
Australians Want to Curb Refugee Quota
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Close to two-thirds of people in Australia think fewer refugees should be allowed to enter the country, according to a poll by Essential Research. 62 per cent of respondents believe the flow of refugees arriving into Australia each year should be decreased, while 24 per cent would keep it at the same level.
May 23, 2009
Australians Back Climate Change Goals
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Half of adults in Australia believe their government is right to modify its emissions trading scheme to combat climate change, according to a poll by Essential Research. 49 per cent approve of the decision, while 31 per cent disapprove.
May 21, 2009
Australians Reject New Afghan Deployment
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Australia believe their government is wrong in boosting the country's military presence in Afghanistan, according to a poll by Essential Research. 49 per cent of respondents oppose the commitment of another 450 troops to Afghanistan.
May 20, 2009
Two-Thirds of Australians Happy with Rudd
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Kevin Rudd maintains a high approval rating in Australia, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 66 per cent of respondents are satisfied with the way the prime minister is doing his job.
May 2, 2009
Steady ALP Stays Ahead in Australia
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - The governing Australian Labor Party (ALP) holds the upper hand in the country’s federal political scene, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 47 per cent of respondents would vote for the ALP in the next election to the House of Representatives.
May 1, 2009
U.S. is Useful Ally for Most Australians
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many Australians believe their country should maintain close ties with the United States, according to a poll by Essential Research. 65 per cent of respondents believe the U.S. is a useful and important ally for Australia to have.
Apr 22, 2009
Half of Australians Would Leave Afghanistan
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many adults in Australia believe their country’s participation in the war in Afghanistan should come to an end, according to a poll by Essential Research. 50 per cent of respondents think Australia should withdraw its troops from Afghanistan.
Apr 18, 2009
Rudd Keeps Very High Numbers in Australia
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Public support for Australian prime minister Kevin Rudd remains high, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 68 per cent of respondents are satisfied with the way Rudd is doing his job, up five points since late March.
Apr 15, 2009
Australians Reassert Support for Ruling ALP
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Australia’s governing centre-left party continues to enjoy a high level of public support, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 47 per cent of respondents would vote for the Australian Labor Party (ALP) in the next election to the House of Representatives, up two points since late March.
Apr 14, 2009
Climate Change Fight Helps, Say Australians
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Many people in Australia believe taking action to combat climate change can help protect existing jobs and create new ones, according to a poll by Essential Research. 45 per cent of respondents think tackling environmental concerns could save jobs in tourism and agriculture and generate new ones in the renewable energy sector.
Apr 3, 2009
Approval for Rudd Remains High in Australia
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - People in Australia remain content with their prime minister, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 63 per cent of respondents are satisfied with Kevin Rudd’s performance.
Mar 29, 2009
Steady ALP Remains Ahead in Australia
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Australia’s governing remains ahead of its rivals, according to a poll by Newspoll published in The Australian. 45 per cent of respondents would support the Australian Labor Party (ALP) in the next election to the House of Representatives.
Mar 28, 2009