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Dr Monique Ryan thanks a "respectful" Josh Frydenberg after he conceded the race for the seat of Kooyong. The former treasurer described the last 12 years as "an incredible privilege".

Australia's 31st prime minister, Anthony Albanese, has promised to make the nation proud of his government, as he and a small team of ministers were sworn in.

Liberal strategists believed Victorians wanted to send Daniel Andrews a message. Instead voters swung away from them in several blue-ribbon seats

It's the day after the election and the results are still rolling in from across the country. If you've been off enjoying a Sunday session or the sunshine, here are the answers to five quick questions to catch you up.

Unable to convince Australians to follow its course, News Corp’s failed campaign demonstrates its political impotence

A new government in power, a new Liberal leader and a host of fresh faces heading to Parliament House. Who are the winners and losers from this year's federal election?

Bonus #7 — Albanese’s dog is named Toto.

Australian federal election: Coalition Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has lost his seat to teal independent Dr Monique Ryan.

The Liberal Party is battling to hold onto key seats in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, while Labor is edging ahead in a tough contest with the Greens for the inner-city electorate of Macnamara.

Public concern over climate change was a clear factor in the election of Australia’s new Labor government. Incoming Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has committed to action on the issue, declaring on Saturday night: “Together we can take advantage of the opportunity for Australia to be a renewable energy superpower”.

The cross bench in federal parliament is expected to play a significant role in the next government, potentially even holding the balance of power.