Canberra | May 3, 2025
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to continue leading the nation as the Labor Party secures the numbers needed to form government, dealing a blow to the Coalition’s hopes of returning to power. Despite a fiercely contested campaign and a late surge in some marginal seats, Peter Dutton’s Liberal-National Coalition has failed to gather enough support to take the reins in Canberra.
With counting well advanced, projections show Labor either reaching or surpassing the 76-seat majority mark, allowing Albanese to claim victory and continue as Prime Minister for a second term.
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is now facing an even more personal political battle, with his Queensland seat of Dickson hanging in the balance. Early counting suggests a tight race, with a significant swing against him. If the trend continues, Dutton risks becoming the first major party leader in decades to lose their seat at a federal election.
Speaking to supporters late Saturday night, Albanese expressed gratitude to Australians for their trust, saying, “This result is a vote of confidence in our vision for the future. We will continue working to ease cost-of-living pressures, strengthen Medicare, and invest in the jobs and clean energy industries of tomorrow.”
Meanwhile, Dutton remained defiant despite the setbacks, telling media, “It’s not over yet in Dickson. We’re fighting for every vote, and I remain hopeful the people of my electorate will back our message of strength, security, and economic responsibility.”
The result cements Labor’s hold on federal power and places serious questions over the future leadership of the Coalition, especially if Dutton fails to retain his seat. Party insiders have already begun discussing possible successors, with names like Angus Taylor and Sussan Ley being floated.
Counting will continue over the coming days, but the message from the electorate appears clear: Australia has chosen to stay the course under Albanese’s leadership.
