Labor day: Gillard retains grip on power
Australia's political stand-off has finally ended, to Julia Gillard's immense relief and Tony Abbott's deep disappointment.
Labor will hold onto power after winning the support of two regional independents - Rob Oakeshott and Tony Windsor.
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Beattie says Qld Labor needs rebuilding
Former Queensland Premier Peter Beattie says the Labor party is in a serious political position in Queensland.
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Bligh on asset sales
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh says she should have been more upfront with voters about asset sales.
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