More Australians think the nation is on a positive trajectory, but economic uncertainty and cost of living worries still dominate, poll suggests
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The Essential poll dates back only to 2009. But Albanese’s improvement most closely resembles the honeymoon enjoyed by Kevin Rudd after the 2007 election, when Newspoll found the newly elected leader had a net positive approval rating of 57%.Albanese urged MPs not to “waste a day” in governmentThe change in government has seen a shift in sentiment about the country’s direction.
Despite the ongoing economic uncertainty marked by high inflation and rising interest rates, about a third of those surveyed believe economic conditions will improve in Australia in the next 12 months – a five-point increase – compared with 40% who believe things will get worse.
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