LNP Secures Majority in Queensland, Labor Eyes Greens' Losses

The Liberal National Party's victory in Queensland raises questions for both federal Labor and the Greens as they assess their strategies ahead of upcoming elections.

David Crisafulli and Jarrod Bleijie are set to be sworn in as interim leaders of Queensland's new LNP government, with the party on track to claim at least 48 seats.
Labor sees the Greens' poor performance in the Queensland election as an opportunity to reclaim federal inner-city seats.
Greens leader Adam Bandt blames Labor for adopting their policies and detracting from the Greens' campaign, while Labor criticizes the Greens for blocking key legislation.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defends his government's policies and addresses criticism over his Qantas flight upgrades, emphasizing declared benefits.
Telstra and Optus have begun shutting down their 3G networks, urging Australians to upgrade devices to ensure connectivity, especially for emergency services.