The debate will take place live from ABC Parramatta studios at 8:00 pm AEST on Wednesday, 16 April.
'The next few weeks will be critical for both parties, as they aim to regain ground nationwide.'
The company acknowledges its role as a major platform for public discourse and says it is taking that responsibility seriously.
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Initially set to kick off in January, the policy rollout has reportedly been shelved until US trade tensions cool.
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