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Robert Hawke Is Elected
Labor under Prime Minister Bob Hawke retained governtment. -
Paul Keating is Elected
In an exchange of Labor Party Leadership, Paul Keating became prime minister, succeding Bob Hawke, who left parliament on 20 February, 1992 after 12 years representing the seat of Wills -
John Howard Elected
The first Coalition government for 13 years was sworn in, with John Howard as Prime Minister. -
Kevin Rudd Is Elected
Minister of the new Labor government leb by Kevin Rudd, with Julia Gillard as Australia's first female deputy Prime Minister, sworn by the Governor-Genral. -
Julia Gillard Elected
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After the closest election result since 1961 produces a hung Parliament, intense negotiations enable Labor to form a minority government with the support of four cross-bench Members.
