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It’s been nearly 16 years since Kevin Rudd’s election win meant Labor held power in every mainland state and territory, as well as federally. Last time it happened, state governments started to fall.
Politics by Clare Armstrong Premium Content An imminent major reshuffle of Labor's frontbench is expected to dull the appetite for a change in leader, but Anthony Albanese will still need to appease his detractors long term. A spike in media activity by Sydney MP Tanya Plibersek, who has long been considered an alternative leader, has caught the attention of her colleagues in the Labor caucus, with one member telling The Daily Telegraph it was clear she was "on the offensive". Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese on Thursday. Picture: Gary Ramage Howe...