Turnbull claims election victory

Malcolm Turnbull has formally claimed victory a week after Australia went to the polls.

Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull

Malcolm Turnbull has formally claimed victory a week after Australia went to the polls. (AAP)

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has formally claimed victory after the July 2 federal election.

Earlier on Sunday, Opposition Leader Bill Shorten phoned Mr Turnbull to concede defeat and congratulate him.

The prime minister said he took the call with his granddaughter Isla on his lap, and thanked his family and the families of all candidates in the election for their support.

"We have resolved this election," he told reporters in Sydney.

Mr Turnbull acknowledged the MPs who had lost their seats, saying it was a tough time, and welcomed new members of parliament.

He noted that Mr Shorten hoped to reach common ground with the government.

"I welcome that remark ... because it is vital that this parliament works," he said.

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