Anthony Albanese looks on track to pick up key marginal seats and win a second term in the May 3 election, according to surprise results from exit polling in early voting.

Australians have begun voting at general elections as the death of Pope Francis had led to a cancellation of campaign events

Australia's major political parties paused campaigning on Tuesday following the death of Pope Francis, with leaders paying tribute to the late pontiff as early voting opens in the May 3 federal election.