Reported at www.pollbludger.net: Speculation about the timing of Australia’s next federal election has intensified following a recent interest rate cut, with April 12 being considered a potential date that avoids overlapping with the Western Australian election.

Current polling shows little change, with Essential Research indicating Labor at 30%, the Coalition at 35%, and Roy Morgan showing a Coalition lead of 51.5% to Labor’s 48.5%.

Public awareness of Labor’s achievements varies, with notable recognition of energy bill rebates and TAFE debt cuts but lower awareness of budget surpluses.