Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the formation of his second-term ministry, following the Australian Labor Party’s resounding victory in the May 3 federal election. The newly unveiled 30-member cabinet reflects continuity in key leadership roles, alongside strategic portfolio shifts to reflect evolving national priorities.
Addressing the media on Monday, Albanese said the new ministry will be sworn in by Governor-General Sam Mostyn at Government House on Tuesday morning. The announcement comes as the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) projects Labor to secure 93 out of 150 seats in the House of Representatives, with the party leading in one of the remaining undecided constituencies. This historic result marks the first time Labor has won more than 90 lower house seats in an election, and only the third such occurrence in Australian political history.
Key figures from the previous term will retain their posts, including Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles, Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Treasurer Jim Chalmers, Finance Minister Katy Gallagher, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell, and Health Minister Mark Butler, who will also take on responsibility for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Notable portfolio changes include Michelle Rowland’s appointment as Attorney-General, replacing Mark Dreyfus, who, along with former Science and Industry Minister Ed Husic, has exited the ministry following internal Labor factional negotiations. Tanya Plibersek, formerly Environment Minister, moves to the social services portfolio, with Senator Murray Watt stepping into the environment role.
Albanese emphasized the strength and diversity of the incoming team, describing it as “a caucus brimming with capacity, talent and energy.” He reiterated his commitment to governing for all Australians and underscored the responsibility bestowed upon Labor by the electorate.
“This result is deeply humbling,” Albanese said in Canberra. “We will not take this trust for granted. Our focus will remain squarely on delivering for the people of Australia, with unity, purpose, and ambition.”
The Labor government is also projected to hold up to 30 of the 76 seats in the Senate, further consolidating its mandate as it begins a new legislative term.
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