While the new-look Opposition was looking forward and moving to address some of the real problems facing the nation, the Government was still looking backwards.
Good policies, good candidates, good communication, managing relations with the Nationals and plain old smart politics will be needed to claw back disgruntled conservatives.
Whether it’s reviews for Uber rides, restaurants or toilet paper, modern society’s constant rating requirements now means actual five-star experiences have been completely devalued.
The murders of Allison Baden-Clay and Mackenzie Anderson had one troubling thing in common - the failure to view the women’s deaths through a domestic violence lens.
Whether or not Mr Taylor is the solution is a matter for the Liberal party room to judge. But what must be avoided is another round of leadership instability after Friday.
BEN HARVEY: How on earth is an ultra-conservative, white, middle-aged multi-millionaire going to connect with the moderates and left-leaning women the Libs need to win back?