Gillard 'will regret this forever'

HINCH: By 'pulling one on' as they say she virtually turned it into a campaign by two Opposition leaders. She did not have the oomph and power of incumbency that usually translates into votes for a PM.

Confused? The 'result' explained

Campaign 2010 has turned out to be the most dramatic and historic in more than years with Australia set to have a minority Government led by Tony Abbott with the support of three independents, all of whom were once members of the National Party.

Hinch has the final say

Who would have thunk it. People would have called for a straight jacket, and made you an appointment with the funny farm, if you had predicted that in 2010 Australia would be going to the polls and making a choice between the Mad Monk and a red-headed Leftie.

Federal Election voting guide

At the request of parents of first-time voters (and young 3AW Radio staffers), political analyst Steve Murphy has written a comprehensive explanation of the ins and outs of voting on Federal Election day.

Neil Mitchell's Election Coverage

Neil Mitchell hosts the Morning Program from 8:30am to 12pm weekdays. One of the country's most experienced and respected journalists, Neil will make sure you know what's REALLY going on this campaign and give you access to the leaders.

• Email Neil Mitchell here

Derryn Hinch's Election Coverage

Derryn Hinch never leaves listeners wondering exactly what he thinks about political issues affecting us all. Don't miss any of his political head-kicking throughout this 'gloves off' 2010 campaign.

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The PM with Neil Mitchell

Neil Mitchell got straight to the point in his interview with Julia Gillard on Thursday, asking her to give real rather than robotic answers. Here is the result of that approach.

What remains of election 'blackout'?

HINCH: The media blackout only applied to radio and television. In fact, when I first challenged this stupid, undemocratic law, all I did was attempt to read out on air what was in the morning papers. No Comment.

Decision comes down to the wire

NBN SPECIAL: Who would have thunk it? Who would have thought a month ago, when Julia Gillard announced the election, that the issue in the final days wouldn’t be boat people, or ‘the greatest moral challenge of our time’ climate change, or the mining tax.

Hinch on Labor's Policy Launch

HINCH EDITORIAL: "So. Julia Gillard formally launched her election campaign in Brisbane this morning. A month after she announced the election. It’s a pity she waited so long. It wasn’t a bad speech."

Debate debate mark II not helping

AUGUST 17: This is all political posturing by both sides with each seeking to exploit what they perceive as the others weakness and parade what each believes is their strengths, while simultaneously not really wanting to do both.

Labor Party campaign launch

The Prime Minister has announced a new health policy and a slight slogan change, while launching Labor's official election campaign in Brisbane. Ms Gillard has promised medicare rebates for people in regional areas to access internet consultations with doctors.

Election result on a 'knife's edge'

AUGUST 13: As we approach the end of Campaign 2010, the election is evenly poised and could break either way based on the performances of the two leaders over coming week. It will be pressure like Gillard and Abbott have never before experienced.

Rooted at Rooty Hill

HINCH BLOG: "The records will show that Julia Gillard lost the ‘battle for Rooty Hill’ in the first minute at the outer Sydney RSL club last night. The venue for the so-called old style town hall meeting." Read Hinch's analysis of the Rooty Hill forum.

Foreign ownership of housing

JOE HOCKEY VIDEO: The issue of foreign ownership of housing has come up in the Federal Election campaign. Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey told 3AW that the Coalition are not planning on changing the laws just yet.

Do you support same sex marriages?

In the wash-up from the Rooty Hill RSL political forum, Julia Gillard was asked a very tough question from lesbian woman Janice. She speaks to 3AW's Neil Mitchell about what is becoming a big election issue.

Is it slipping away from Abbott?

AUGUST 10: Steve Murphy says it's time for Tony Abbott to stop attacking the opposition and start informing Australia better as to what improvements he would make as leader of the country.

Election Soap Opera

HINCH BLOG: "Maybe it was inevitable after such a crazy weekend of political shenanigans that we end up at the Rooty Hill RSL Club. That’s where Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott will square off on Wednesday night"

Your Say On on Election 2010

This is the place where 3AW will allow you to try to set the agenda for debates relating to the upcoming Federal election. Join the forum here or submit your political blog to bwise@3aw.com.au to be considered for publication on 3AW website.