AFR / Why did polls get Trump so wrong, again?

Last-minute polling in the Midwest swing states seem to have given a false impression of the strength of support for Kamala Harris. Dr Michael Turner – Pollster and strategist Although they did better than in 2016 and 2020, for a third time in a row, Donald Trump appears to have confounded US pollsters, who, it’s […]

Leo Shanahan joins Sharri Markson on Sky News to discuss the latest AFR/Freshwater Strategy Poll and “super-issues” around the next federal election.

Leo Shanahan, Director at Freshwater Strategy, appeared on Sky News with Sharri Markson earlier this week to run through the latest Freshwater/AFR poll, highlighting the Coalition’s climb toward the prospect of a minority government. Leo and Sharri discuss the “super issue” around the next federal election as cost-of-living and housing become the major concerns between […]

Freshwater Strategy Expands into London

Freshwater Strategy is pleased to announce expansion of its operations into the United Kingdom after back-to-back years of strong growth in Australia. The new office, on Albemarle Street, Mayfair, will open on Monday, 9 September 2024. Freshwater is experiencing strong demand for its research and advisory services internationally and will leverage existing and new opportunities with […]

AFR / Freshwater Strategy Federal Poll: August 2024 Insights

The latest Australian Financial Review/Freshwater Strategy poll indicates a deepening pessimism among voters, who are increasingly concerned about the country’s direction and doubtful about the prospects for economic improvement. With the election no more than 278 days away, the Coalition holds a 51-49 two-party preferred lead over Labor for the second successive month. Despite this […]

Leo Shanahan Analyses NRL’s Triumph in Las Vegas on SEN with Jimmy Smith

On Friday, Leo Shanahan, Director of Freshwater Strategy joined Jimmy Smith on SEN to breakdown NRL in Vegas, stadiums with roofing and the eligibility criteria for Origin football players. Leo and Jimmy evaluated the long-term implications of the NRL appearance in Las Vegas, highlighting the event’s alignment with the league’s strategic vision over the next […]

Leo Shanahan and Jimmy Smith Discuss NRL Expansion Possibilities

In this week’s business segment on SEN’s The Jimmy Smith Show, Freshwater Strategy Director Leo Shanahan delves into the ever-expanding realm of rugby league in Australia. Leo discusses the trajectory of the game, he attributed to V’landys’ pragmatic expansion approach. However, he also underscores the significance of key factors such as home ground advantage, grassroots […]

Leo Shanahan joins Jimmy Smith on SEN to chat Rugby Union and NRL’s 18th Team

Last week, on SEN’s Jimmy Smith show, Freshwater Strategy Director, Leo Shanahan, discussed the magnitude of the task facing Australian Rugby Union, referencing insights from Freshwater’s State of Rugby Union: 2024 Report. Specifically, Leo spoke on how a clear majority of fans would rather Rugby Australia prioritise growing the grassroots game over recruiting talent from […]

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