A huge victory for Labor, a historic defeat for the Coalition

Labor has won the 2025 Federal Election, as the Coalition confronted big swings against their party across the country. In what was widely expected to be a tighter contest, Anthony Albanese has not only remained Prime Minister but has also secured a majority government.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reason to celebrate: After his election victory, he distributed ice cream at Bar Italia in Leichhardt, Sydney. Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH/AAPIMAGE

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