730 report kob, page-15

Gillard's answer made her look silly when she said she spoke with "Colleagues" in response to KOB stating she did not consult Cabinet. Her reponse said it all. Never thought they could lose this election, first term Gov't, first female PM, but I think they will - deep trouble when a leader comes out and says I will now be me. Rather an astounding mistake to verbalize such a strategy and could be seen on reflection as the defining moment if Labor lose the election. Strategy wise Labor has stuffed-up big time. Libs know TB only has to keep low and avoid saying the type of foot in mmouth comments he made today.