Anthony Albanese's huge plan for Australia: PM announces what's next - and what it means for you
Anthony Albanese is unveiling his vision for Australia after his landslide victory at the federal election last month.
The Prime Minister is expected to say that delivering on promises made during the campaign will be his priority in his first National Press Club since the election.
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PM's bold plan for Australia after thumping victory
Anthony Albanese is set to lay out his second-term agenda in a key speech, as he prepares for potential talks with Donald Trump .
In his first major address since his election win in May, the Prime Minister will speak at the National Press Club about his priorities when parliament resumes in July.
After securing an larger Lower House majority, Albanese will say delivering on promises will be his priority even as the country battles significant economic headwinds in the form of the cost-of-living crisis, negative growth per capita, and growing debt.
Anthony Albanese to reveal his bold plan for Australia
Anthony Albanese is set to lay out his second-term agenda in a key speech, as he prepares for potential talks with Donald Trump .
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