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Pacific leaders congratulate Labor's Albanese on election result

The Solomon Islands has congratulated Australia's Labor leader, Anthony Albanese, on his election victory, saying much "remains to be done" in the bilateral relationship, as Pacific islands neighbour Fiji welcomed the party's climate policies.

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Anthony Albanese's rise from humble beginnings to the prime ministership

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is a politician moulded by his humble start to life as the only child of a single mother who raised him on a pension in gritty inner-Sydney suburbia.

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Nationals vote holds steady. Will the Coalition become a party of the regions and outer suburbs?

The most amazing thing about the election was the very low primary vote for the ALP and the Liberal Party.

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Legalise Cannabis rides high in Senate vote as grassroots campaign pays off

Micro party picks up 2-7% in most states and Northern Territory amid surge in cannabis consumption in Australia

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History tells us women can turn elections: the Liberals should have listened

Some wondered that the fury of March4Justice rapidly dissipated. But the women of Australia were following a feminist adage: don’t get angry, get organised

The Guardian - AU

View from The Hill: Morrison was routed by combination of quiet Australians and noisy ones

The rout of Scott Morrison goes beyond the defeat of his government. It has left behind a Liberal party that is now a flightless bird.

The Conversation

Analysis - In sharp switch, Australia votes for climate action

Australia's election has brought in a wave of Greens and independents pushing for aggressive targets to cut carbon emissions, who will pressure the incoming Labor government to step up its climate plans if it wants to pass any legislation.

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Australia’s government is changing after nine years of the Coalition – what happens next?

From the swearing in of Anthony Albanese and his ministers, to department ‘red books’, the public service is ready for the transition

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Factbox-Key members of Australia's incoming Labor government

Australia's Labor Party ousted the conservative coalition at an election on Saturday, returning the centre-left party to government after nine years in opposition.

Reuters

David Pratt: Russia gains little from seizure of Mariupol

IT’S a phrase that has become among the most iconic in our political discourse. Most attribute its origins to journalist Peter Arnett’s famous…

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BYEDENBERG: Treasurer Josh Frydenberg Has Economic Managed Himself Out Of A Job Lost To A Teal

Australian federal election: Coalition Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has lost his seat to teal independent Dr Monique Ryan.

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Nitschke keen on full-time women's role

Shelley Nitschke says she has an ambition to stay on as full-time coach of the Australia's women's cricket team after accepting an interim call-up.

AAP

Two asylum seeker boats turned back

Outgoing home affairs minister Karen Andrews has warned Labor to keep watch after two asylum seeker boats on their way to Australia were turned back.

AAP

Plant-based milk set to overtake cows' milk in Australian cafes — and oat milk is coming out on top

New data shows plant-based milk is on track to overtake cows' milk in Australian cafes. Oat milk is rising particularly fast, rapidly overtaking almond and soy on the way to becoming the country's most popular dairy alternative.

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Albanese elected Australia's leader in complex poll result

Australians awoke on Sunday to a new prime minister in Anthony Albanese, the center-left Labor Party leader whose ascension to the nation’s top job from being raised in social housing by a single mother on a disability pension was said to reflect the changed fabric of the country today

The Conversation

The teals and Greens will turn up the heat on Labor's climate policy. Here's what to expect

Public concern over climate change was a clear factor in the election of Australia’s new Labor government. Incoming Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has committed to action on the issue, declaring on Saturday night: “Together we can take advantage of the opportunity for Australia to be a renewable energy superpower”.

AAP

Titmus breaks 400m freestyle world record

Australian swim star Ariarne Titmus has broken the world record for the 400 metres freestyle at the national championships in Adelaide.

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With a new Australian government and foreign minister comes fresh hope for Australia-China relations

An Albanese government in Canberra means an improved trajectory in Australia-China relations is a real possibility.

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NZ’s Ardern congratulates Australia’s Albanese on election win

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Sunday congratulated Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party on winning the Australian Federal election.

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Australia's Labor to retake power after 9 years, independents may hold sway

Australia's Labor Party will form the country's next government on Monday, as unprecedented support for the Greens and climate-focussed independents ended nearly a decade of rule by the conservative coalition.

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All The Best Reactions To Scotty Taking The Biggest Fucking L On Election Night

Let the healing begin.

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Ukrainians' life during war like Lord of the Rings films, Australian artist says

George Gittoes and his wife, Helen, were watching a movie in their bedroom bunker in the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa when two Russian missiles struck the city, a scene they've likened to "watching Lord of the Rings".

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Australia's Ellie Carpenter stretchered off with knee injury in Lyon's Women's Champions League final win over Barcelona

Australia's Ellie Carpenter becomes a Women's Champions League winner, but she lasts only 13 minutes of Lyon's victory over Barcelona before being carried off with a knee injury.

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Incoming prime minister Anthony Albanese says Labor is ready to take charge, can end 'climate wars'

Counting to determine the winners of several key electorates is continuing, as one independent warns Labor will need to take a stronger stance on climate change if it needs support to form government.

Tribune News Service

France’s Le Drian says he’s happy Scott Morrison lost election

France’s outgoing foreign affairs minister, Jean-Yves Le Drian, said he’s pleased that Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison lost Saturday’s election, a swipe at the sudden decision last year to dump a $64 billion French submarine deal.

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