Australian political leaders seek backing of independents in bids for power

Australian parties seek backing of independents

Australian prime minister negotiates with independent lawmakers to hang on to power

Australian PM asks independents to save government

Australian PM, only 3 weeks on the job but already polling well, calls August elections

Australian PM, 3 weeks on job, calls Aug elections

Australia’s first woman Prime Minister Julia Gillard announces Aug 21 general elections

Australian PM Gillard announces Aug 21 elections