Rudd sworn in as Australian PM
Kevin Rudd has been sworn in as Australian Prime Minister. The leadership ballot was forced by party colleagues hoping to avoid a huge defeat in upcoming elections.
Gillard speaks of her 'pride at enduring achievement'
Julia Gillard, Australia's first female prime minister, has spoken after losing a vote to keep control of her ruling Labor party.
"I am very proud of what this government has achieved which will endure for the long term," Gillard told reporters, congratulating Rudd on his victory.
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