Albanese Labor Cabinet Sworn In

Family members joined MPs during the swearing in ceremony.

Australia's re-elected Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (L) shakes hands with Governor General Sam Mostyn (R) after taking his oath at Government House in Canberra, Australia on May 13, 2025. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in for a second term as Australia’s prime minister during a formal ceremony at Government House in Canberra on the morning of May 13.

Governor-General Sam Mostyn administered the oath, with Albanese taking the affirmation in the presence of his fiancée, Jodie Haydon, and son Nathan.

In keeping with constitutional procedure, Albanese first tendered his resignation before being formally reinstated.

Members of his new frontbench followed in succession, many arriving with their partners and children for the occasion. Labor red was the dominant colour of the day, worn by several ministers including Penny Wong.

Defence Minister Richard Marles arrived with his son Sam, a professional MMA fighter. Wong, the foreign affairs minister, was joined by her daughter, while Minister Mark Butler was seen holding his young son.

Several MPs recited their oaths on bibles, with Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke using the same large family Bible from 1880 that was purchased by his Irish great-grandfather.

Albanese Pledges to Seize ‘Extraordinary Opportunity’

Following Labor’s election win—delivering 93 seats and the largest caucus in federal history— Albanese spoke of a “clear mandate” for reform and renewal.