Australia’s Governor General has sworn in the new Federal Government’s ministry, following a substantial reshuffle of the Prime Minister’s cabinet.

 

Governor General Quentin Bryce has praised the increased role played by women, specifically congratulating mew Attorney-General Nicola Roxon, the first women in the country’s history to hold the role.

 

The key changes are as follows:

  • Bill Shorten
    • Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations
    • Minister for Financial Services and Superannuation
  • Mark Arbib
    • Assistant Treasurer
    • Minister for Small Business
    • Minister for Sport
  • Nicola Roxon
    • Attorney-General
  • Tanya Plibersek
    • Minister for Health
  • Mark Butler
    • Minister for Mental Health and Aged Care
  • Jason Clare
    • Minister for Home Affairs and Justice