ViewpointsOpinionBattle Lines Drawn for the Next ElectionDutton ensured Australians would have a real choice at the election with his Budget Reply.SaveMark Us Preferred on GooglePrintAustralian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton during post Budget media interviews at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on May 15, 2024. Tracey Nearmy/Getty ImagesKevin Andrews5/19/2024|Updated: 5/20/20240:00X 1CommentaryThe battle lines for Australia’s next election were drawn last week.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.