Election 2007: Labor landslide
Industrial relations and education reforms are top priorities for Prime Minister-elect Kevin Rudd who has demanded the Coalition back Labor's new IR laws in the Senate and abolish Work Choices as soon as possible. Mr Rudd intends to hold his first cabinet meeting next week and has ordered bureaucrats to fast-track his $1 billion plan for computers on the desk of every senior high school student.
Videos
Rudd claims win
In his victory speech, Kevin Rudd pays tribute to former PM John Howard and his contribution to the country.
Howard concedes John Howard concedes defeat at Sydney's Wentworth Hotel after voters deserted his 11-year government.
Opinions
A better future through work The combination of the strong economy and an ageing population means there has never been a better time to get
a job, writes Dr Sharman Stone.
Job Network past its use-by date Fresh and radical approaches are needed to bring the long-term jobless into sustainable employment, writes Tony Nicholson.
Election News - Your Future at Work
Election Policies
Government policy under Labor
Labor is set to change the political landscape with its policies to abolish Work Choices, on education reform and measures to help working families including childcare.
Labor is set to change the political landscape with its policies to abolish Work Choices, on education reform and measures to help working families including childcare.
