Australian PM Albanese Unveils New Ministry Following Re-Election

Following a decisive election victory, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced his 30-member ministry for a second term, maintaining much of his core economic and diplomatic team, including Treasurer Jim Chalmers, Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong, and Defense Minister Richard Marles. Notable changes include Michelle Rowland moving from communications to Attorney-General, Tanya Plibersek shifting from environment to social services, and Murray Watt taking over the environment portfolio. Despite speculation about Plibersek's future, Albanese emphasized her positive attitude toward her new role, which includes overseeing welfare spending and social issues. The ministry also saw new appointments such as Tim Ayres being promoted to cabinet and Jess Walsh, Daniel Mulino, and Sam Rae joining the ministry. Agriculture Minister Julie Collins and Assistant Agriculture Minister Anthony Chisholm retained their positions, receiving praise from the National Farmers Federation for their leadership amid industry challenges. Albanese highlighted that this new ministry reflects Labor's largest caucus since federation, underscoring his government's strengthened mandate to address key national priorities.