Australia has a new Government and a new Prime Minister with Kevin Rudd from the Australian Labor Party elected in the Federal election on November 24 2007.    

We in Australia are fortunate that we live in a great democracy, where there can be such a smooth change in Government.

This change in Government sees the end of 11 years of Liberal government under Prime Minister John Howard.   John Howard leaves a strong legacy.  Australia is a stronger and prouder country.  Key successes include strength of the Australian economy and increased prosperity.  Australia has also become a true global player on the world stage over the recent decade.