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Malcolm Turnbull calls the federal election for July 2

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull announces a double dissolution election on July 2, 2016 and puts economic management at the forefront of his campaign
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull announces a double dissolution election on July 2, 2016 and puts economic management at the forefront of his campaign Source: AP

The Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has officially called a double dissolution election for July the 2nd. Both Houses of Parliament have been dissolved and all 150 House of Representatives seats, and 76 Senate places, are up for election. The election campaign will last for eight weeks and is likely to focus on economic growth, jobs and education.


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The Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has officially called a double dissolution election for July the 2nd. Both Houses of Parliament have been dissolved and all 150 House of Representatives seats, and 76 Senate places, are up for election. The election campaign will last for eight weeks and is likely to focus on economic growth, jobs and education.



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