Anthony Albanese calls for bold change to Australia’s elections

Anthony Albanese has repeated calls for four-year parliamentary terms as he faced questions about the date of the next election.

Mr Albanese was asked by Sunrise host Michael Usher about when he plans to hold the next election on Tuesday morning.

‘It will be May 17 or before,’ the Prime Minister responded.

‘We should have four-year fixed terms, like they do in most states and territories, to avoid these games.’

But any change to how long MPs serve in parliament would require a successful referendum. 

The next federal election is due to be held by May, but can be held earlier should the prime minister want to go to the polls sooner. 

Mr Albanese has previously said he wanted to serve his full term as prime minister, but can choose any Saturday between now and May 17.