Turnbull to be tested by Trump, Finkel
The advantage the Coalition has enjoyed – complete with the first mumblings in a long time of divisions in Labor ranks – is likely to evaporate under the influence of The Donald and The Finkel.
Laura Tingle writes on News specialising in Politics, Policy, Economy. Based in our Canberra newsroom, Laura has over 30 years experience as a reporter covering markets, economics and politics. Laura has won two Walkley awards and the Paul Lyneham award for Excellence in Press Gallery Journalism. She has been highly commended by the Walkley judges for investigative reporting.
The advantage the Coalition has enjoyed – complete with the first mumblings in a long time of divisions in Labor ranks – is likely to evaporate under the influence of The Donald and The Finkel.
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