Prime Minister Scott Morrison has demoted two of his senior ministers, and reshuffled his frontbench, in an attempt to end the toxic culture crisis engulfing his government, unveiling a line up with a focus on female representation.
Christian Porter has lost his roles as Attorney-General and Industrial Relations Minister following his decision to sue the ABC for its reporting of a historical rape accusation, which he strongly denies.
Senator Reynolds has also been shifted from the Defence portfolio, following sustained pressure over her handling of a rape allegation made by former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins.
Mr Dutton's Home Affairs portfolio will be handed to Karen Andrews.
Mr Morrison says the time is right for women to take on senior roles and in particular important portfolios right across the government.
As part of the elevation of women into senior roles, Melissa Price will join the cabinet as Minister for Defence Industries, while Anne Ruston will add Minister for Women's Safety to her portfolio.
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