Labor Gains Ground as Greens Face Major Losses in Australian Election

Australia's federal election has seen Labor leading with a significant majority in the House of Representatives, while the Greens have suffered major setbacks, possibly losing three of their four lower house seats. In the high-profile seat of Melbourne, Greens leader Adam Bandt faces a strong challenge from Labor's Sarah Witty, with projections suggesting he may narrowly retain his seat after a notable swing to Labor, driven partly by an unfavorable boundary redistribution and a resurgence in Labor support. The Greens' dispersed vote has hindered their lower house prospects, but they have maintained their position in the Senate. In Wills, Labor's Peter Khalil retained his seat after a close contest with the Greens, reflecting shifting dynamics in progressive inner-city electorates. The Liberal Party, meanwhile, is grappling with its worst result in decades, sparking internal debates about leadership, diversity, and strategy for rebuilding. As the final results are awaited, discussions on policy priorities such as housing supply and affordability continue to be central to the political agenda.