When was the Australian Labor Party founded?

The Australian Labor Party (ALP) was founded in 1891, emerging from the trade union movement and workers' struggles following the shearers' strikes of the 1890s, making it Australia's oldest political party.

Who is the current leader of the Labor Party?

As of 2025, the Labor Party is led by Anthony Albanese as Prime Minister, with Richard Marles serving as Deputy Prime Minister. The party currently forms the federal government following their victory in the 2022 federal election.

Australian Labor Party (ALP) - Policies, Leadership & History

Q: What are the Labor Party's key policies?

The Labor Party's key policies generally focus on social justice and equality, workers' rights and fair industrial relations, universal healthcare and education, climate action and environmental protection, and progressive social policies.

Party Overview

Core Ideology

The Labor Party's core ideology centers on social democracy, workers' rights, and progressive social policy. The party supports a mixed economy with strong public services, social justice, and equality of opportunity.

The party's platform emphasizes fair industrial relations, universal healthcare, quality education, climate action, and social welfare. Labor has historically championed workers' rights, public services, and social reform.

Current Status

Leader: Anthony Albanese (since 2019)

Deputy Leader: Richard Marles (since 2019)

Parliamentary Status: Government (Federal)

Federal Seats: 77 of 151 in the House of Representatives

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