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News Encyclopedia: The powers and privileges as an Australian Prime Minister

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Scott Morrison has been sworn in as Australia's 30th prime minister by Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove. Source: SBS

The recent leadership spill led to the instalment of the 5th Australian Prime Minister in 10 years. How is the Prime Minister appointed and what are the powers and privileges as a Prime Minister? Winmas Yu explains in this episode of News Encyclopedia.



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