Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Labor Party secured a resounding victory in the 2025 Australian federal election. Albanese held conversations with several world leaders following the win.
The Labor government plans to proceed with several key policies, including a bill to prevent penalty rate cuts, a real minimum wage increase, and a $10 billion housing package. Economic reform will focus on making it easier for workers to change jobs and streamlining occupational licensing.
Albanese has the opportunity to reshape his cabinet, considering the increased representation from Queensland following the election results. The distribution of cabinet positions will follow the Labor Party's factional balance.
The government faces challenges in passing legislation through the Senate, potentially requiring support from the Greens or other crossbenchers. Other key challenges include gambling advertising reform, stalled environmental laws, and implementing universal childcare.