The Liberal party has officially launched its campaign in Brisbane while Labor hasn't lost hope despite Kevin Rudd taking time out to focus on the situation in Syria.
Lenore Taylor wraps up the week that was; including Tony Abbott's 'it's all good' launch, the divisive paid parental leave policy and Rudd's run-in with Barry O'Farrell after a 'thought bubble' long-term defence announcement.
Also on the programme is Mark Textor; veteran Liberal strategist and polling mastermind. His view on measuring the marginal seats, what voters really care about and why this election is really an extension of 2010.
Guardian Australia's Gabrielle Chan rounds out the episode with a conversation about the regional race for parliament house: the issues and policies that matter most to voters in the bush, while Lenore and Katharine reminisce covering the 'wombat' trail.
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