Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is poised to call the country’s federal election as early as Friday, according to new reports.

Speculation claims Albanese will make the move in an attempt to overshadow Peter Dutton’s budget speech.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says it's likely opposition leader Dutton will announce a cut in fuel taxes soon - but Albanese's announcement could overshadow it. 

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is poised to call the country’s federal election as early as Friday, according to new reports.
Speculation claims Albanese will make the move in an attempt to overshadow Peter Dutton’s budget speech.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says it's likely opposition leader Dutton will announce a cut in fuel taxes soon - but Albanese's announcement could overshadow it.&nbsp;
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Murray Olds: Australia correspondent on Anthony Albanese potentially calling a federal election by Friday

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