Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined Renee Coffey, Member for Griffith, in Brisbane to celebrate a strong Labor election result in Queensland and outline his government’s priorities for the state’s future.
Speaking at a doorstop interview on Brisbane’s south side, Albanese welcomed the newly elected Queensland Labor MPs and praised the party’s historic caucus size and diversity.
“We have a caucus of 124 — the largest ALP caucus ever in federal parliament — truly representative of the nation, with a majority of women in Cabinet,”
he said.
The Prime Minister highlighted Labor’s success in winning seven seats across Queensland, including traditionally Greens-held electorates like Dickson, where new MP Ali France triumphed after years of campaigning. Albanese said this broad support reflected Queenslanders’ optimism about the state’s economic prospects, boosted by education, healthcare and infrastructure investments.
“Queensland is the most regional state and has enormous potential to drive Australia’s economic growth,” Albanese said, noting recent agreements with the Queensland Government on school funding and Medicare expansions.
Albanese also expressed empathy for communities affected by recent floods and drought, announcing an additional $36 million in support for farmers and producers. “Our government will be driven by the principle that no one is left behind,” he stated.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers, also present, reinforced the government’s optimism, citing encouraging inflation figures and a strong labour market. Queensland has doubled its Labor contingent in the House of Representatives. The people of Queensland voted for higher wages, lower taxes, and a plan to build Australia’s future — with Queensland front and centre,” Chalmers said.
Addressing questions about Brisbane’s proposed $2.5 billion arena and the federal government’s role in funding Olympic infrastructure, Albanese confirmed ongoing discussions with the Queensland Government. “We want to make sure there is a legacy for the Games that benefits Queenslanders for years to come,” he said.
On national security, Albanese reiterated that any sale or lease of the Port of Darwin must remain in Australia’s national interest, signalling scrutiny of foreign investment proposals.
Concluding, Albanese affirmed his commitment to regular engagement with Queensland communities, promising continued support for regional as well as metropolitan areas.
“Queensland is a growing, dynamic state with a crucial role to play in Australia’s future,” he said, “and we intend to keep working hard for all Queenslanders.”
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