Coalition Support Hits 40-Year Low as Labor's Lead Grows Post-Election
July 20, 2025
In contrast, Sussan Ley's approval rating stands at 35 percent, slightly lower than her predecessor Peter Dutton's 37 percent at a similar stage in 2022, but her preferred prime minister rating has improved over Dutton's initial 25 percent.
Ley's approval rating is typical for a newly-elected opposition leader, and about 23 percent of voters remain undecided on their opinion of her.
Support for the Coalition has plummeted to its lowest in 40 years, dropping to 29 percent according to a Newspoll, marking the worst primary vote since tracking began in 1985.
This decline represents an 11-point decrease from their recent peak of 40 percent just eight months ago, and it coincides with Labor's recent election victory.
The Coalition's support has fallen sharply following Labor's win, with support decreasing by 11 points and reaching its lowest level in four decades.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese remains the preferred leader, holding a significant 52 to 32 percent lead over Liberal leader Sussan Ley, despite his approval ratings dropping to 47 percent, with an equal percentage dissatisfied.
Albanese's approval has decreased from a high in 2022, where only 47 percent of voters were satisfied, reflecting a 15 percent decline.
Labor's primary vote has increased to 36 percent, which is 1.4 percent higher than their performance during the election, and their two-party preferred lead has grown to 57 percent from 55.2 percent.
Overall, Labor continues to hold a strong lead in voter support, with a primary vote of 37 percent and a clear advantage in preferred prime minister ratings.
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news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site for latest headlines • Jul 20, 2025
Historic collapse in support for Aussie party
The West Australian • Jul 20, 2025
Newspoll: Support for Coalition falls further since federal election