The First Albanese Government
Governing in an age of disruption and division, 2022–2025
Australia’s leading voices on politics and policy examine the first Albanese Government.
From the narrow election victory to the commanding majority secured in 2025, this book traces the Albanese Government’s first term, navigating economic turbulence and a shifting international landscape. What were the policy hits and misses? What was the impact of the unsuccessful Voice referendum? And how did the government manage key reforms?
Edited by John Hawkins, Michelle Grattan and John Halligan, The First Albanese Government includes a preface by Bill Shorten and contributions from leading experts across politics and policy. It captures the major issues of the Albanese Government’s first term and looks towards its future years in government.
John Hawkins heads the Canberra School of Government at the University of Canberra.
Michelle Grattan is a professorial fellow at the University of Canberra and chief political correspondent at The Conversation.
John Halligan is emeritus professor of public administration and governance in the Canberra School of Government at the University of Canberra.
