Swearing-in ceremony at Government House, Canberra

At Government House, Canberra, the Governor-General issued the Instrument of Appointment and Oath of Office to the newly appointed Prime Minister, the Honourable Kevin Rudd MP.

Afterwards, the Governor-General issued the Instruments of Appointment and Affirmations of Office to the newly appointed Minister for Infrastructure and Transport and Minister for Regional Australia and Local Government, the Honourable Anthony Albanese MP; and Treasurer, the Honourable Mr Chris Bowen MP.