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Locals in marginal seats use unique method to cast election vote

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For the first time on the campaign trail, Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese have faced off in a debate.

The two men vying to lead the nation answered questions from 100 undecided voters, quizzing them on everything from the economy and cost of living, to disability support.

"So it is a choice about a stronger economy and a weaker economy," Mr Morrison said, trying to sway voters his way.

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"We must do better and we can do better," Mr Albanese rebutted.

The two went back and forth, throwing barbs before the audience anointed Mr Albanese the winner, with 40 per cent of the vote.

Thirty five per cent backed Mr Morrison and 25 per cent were still undecided.

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Anthony Albanese and Scott Morrison during the debate.  A Current Affair

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It was darts night just kilometres away in Queensland's most marginal seat, Lilley.

It's currently held by Labor.

Locals didn't seem fussed about the debate and decided to cast their vote with darts.

They took aim at the leader who they disliked the most.

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Ashleigh, 29, is also a regular at the bowls club.  A Current Affair

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Mr Morrison came out on top.

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He only copped four darts, to Mr Albanese's seven.

Bowls club regular Bob said he's voting for change this election.

"I think we need a change so that's the main reason, I'm a bit of a swing vote," Bob said lining up a dart for Mr Morrison.

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Ashleigh, 29, is also a regular at the bowls club.

She's decided to stay with the Morrison Government.

"Well he's done pretty well the last couple of years I reckon. A lot of people don't agree, but I do," Ashleigh said.

Whether it's by the debate polls, or the darts polls - it's clear only the people's poll will decide, with four weeks left to go until the 2022 Federal Election.

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