Labor Wins Federal Election, Coalition Leader Dutton Unseated

Australia's federal election resulted in a decisive victory for the Labor Party, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government securing a strong majority amid a larger-than-expected swing away from the Coalition. Labor increased its margin in key states such as New South Wales, gaining seats from the Liberals and solidifying support in marginal electorates. The Coalition suffered significant losses, attributed largely to the unpopularity of opposition leader Peter Dutton, who lost his own seat to Labor after 24 years in parliament. Experts highlighted that effective campaign messaging and Albanese's appeal on stability and cost-of-living issues contributed to Labor's success. In contrast, the Coalition's mixed messaging and leadership challenges hampered its prospects, leading to a nationwide 3.2% swing towards Labor. The result marks a dramatic turnaround from pre-election predictions of a hung parliament.