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Good news for Scott Morrison – sort of

The New South Wales government is returned in a better-than-expected result that provides some comfort (although not much) for its federal counterpart.

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Election preview: Thailand

In the weekend's other big election, Thailand goes to the polls on Sunday, hoping for a peaceful transition out of military rule.

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Election preview: New South Wales

The New South Wales Coalition government seeks a third term on Saturday, with the polls suggesting a very even contest.

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Let’s talk about preferences

Even after Christchurch, the Liberal Party still resists cutting ties with the far right. Don't believe anyone who tells you it's about electoral expediency.

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A liberal front-runner in Slovakia

Slovakia's political strongman is facing another defeat, with his preferred presidential candidate trailing his liberal opponent in the polls.

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Alarming numbers for Victoria’s Liberals

Victorian voters took out their anger on the Liberal Party last November. Scott Morrison is desperately hoping that they've got it out of their system.

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We have a winner in Estonia

Estonia is set for a new government, but its composition is not yet clear. Voters don't seem to be demanding radical change.

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Election preview: Estonia

Estonia's government faces the voters on Sunday. The rise of the far right is again part of the story, but it's more complicated than that.

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Two election results

Two somewhat flawed elections at the weekend returned predictable results.

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Election preview: Moldova

Moldova's election has been marked by corruption scandals and a split in the old governing coalition.

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