Labor Wins Landslide, Coalition Suffers Historic Defeat

Australia's Labor Party, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, achieved a historic landslide victory in the federal election, greatly increasing its parliamentary majority and delivering the worst defeat in history for the opposition Liberal-National coalition. Coalition leader Peter Dutton lost his seat, reflecting a broader trend of conservative losses linked to Trump-style politics in other countries. Labor's focused campaign on domestic issues like cost of living, economic growth, and stability resonated with voters, while the Coalition struggled with unpopular messaging. Labor made unexpected gains in traditionally conservative seats, especially in New South Wales. The election also saw the emergence of new Labor figures such as Ali France and Zhi Soon. International observers noted the result as a rejection of divisive politics and a reward for addressing core voter concerns.