From a new-look frontbench to wedding bells: here’s what’s on Anthony Albanese’s second term to-do list

The first order of parliament is set to be Labor’s cut to student debts, with a revived attempt at creating a federal environmental protection agency also on the agendaAustralia news live: latest politics and federal election updatesFull federal election results: live Australian Senate seat countSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAfter his thumping election victory, Anthony Albanese has the chance to lead one of Australia’s consequential and long-term governments.With significantly enhanced authority inside Labor and across parliament – as well as a demoralised opposition – he says the government is back at work “continuing to build Australia’s future”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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