The dust had barely settled on Labor’s stunning victory at the federal election before the factional bloodletting broke out over which members of caucus will secure positions on the coveted frontbench.
With the new ministry set to be announced on Monday, Anthony Albanese faces a formidable balancing act this weekend. Labor’s expanded party room is brimming with new blood and ambition. On the face of it, it’s a good problem to have. A deep bench of competent MPs allows the prime minister an opportunity to inject fresh ideas and perspectives into his second-term government.
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