Anthony Albanese's Labor Party won a landslide victory in the 2025 Australian federal election. The win gives Labor a significant parliamentary majority.
Albanese stated his focus is on representing Australia's national interests. He plans to address challenges such as housing, renewable energy transition, boosting economic productivity, and emerging technological issues, including artificial intelligence. Key policy areas include workers' rights, housing, gender equality, childcare, the NDIS, and Indigenous reconciliation.
The opposition Coalition, led by Peter Dutton, suffered a heavy defeat. Their campaign, influenced by Trump-style politics, proved unpopular. The Liberal party's moderate wing was decimated, leaving the party with minimal representation in major cities.
Labor's victory exceeded expectations, securing many seats unexpectedly. The size of the win is seen as an opportunity to solidify Labor's power for years to come. However, there are challenges ahead, including the cost of living and housing crises.