What has also been noticeable during the "campaign", has been...

What has also been noticeable during the "campaign", has been the almost complete absence of federal Labor heavy weights.

Normally, when they think they can get some mileage, they are crawling all over the place. But, you can't warm your hands on a dying flame.

Bligh and Kate Jones wheeled Bob Hawke out for a couple of hours. Bob did a bit of babbling and then went home again.

Gillard was only seen for the "launch". there was a very awkward moment when she went to hug Bligh. Oh...yuk!!!

Swan was hardly seen either. He won't even retain his own seat at the next election anyway.

So, we have Labor as toxic in most States now. We also have Labor as toxic federally. Basically, Labor has demonstrated their high level incompetency.

I suppose that Tony Abbott will be happy to accept responsibility for that as well.