Even so, Turnbull faces an uphill task to get the senate to pass two bills about restoring a construction union watchdog. “I have been an advocate of electronic voting for a long time ... yes, this is something we must look at,” Turnbull said. Both Turnbull and Shorten said they supported an inquiry into electronic voting, amid the protracted counting process. AFP, SYDNEYAustralian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull yesterday declared victory for the ruling Conservative Party after opposition Labor conceded defeat, but faces a tough time ahead after the narrow mandate in the closely fought election. “It is vital that this parliament works,” Turnbull said, adding that Australia faced numerous challenges including a rocky transition away from dependence on mining-driven growth.

Source: Taipei Times July 10, 2016 15:56 UTC