Premier of Queensland is introducing Kevin Rudd
Rudd enters Labor Party Campaign Headquarters to rapturous applause.
He’s on the stage with his wife, and a big grin on his face. His family have joined him.
At the podium.
“OK guys. A short time ago, Mr Howard called me to offer his congratulations.
“I thanked him for that and the dignity with which he extended those congratulations.
We should celebrate and honour the way we conduct this great Australian democracy of ours.
I want to acknowledge now for the people of Australia and recognise Mr Howards extensive service to Australia.
There are big differences between us but we share a common pride in this nation.
Today, Australia has looked to the future.
Today the Australian people have decided that we as a nation will move forward.
To write a new page in our nations history.
To make this great country of ours, Australia, even greater.
Today ,many people across Australia have voted Labor for the very first time. Today ,many people across Australia have voted Labor for the first time in a very long time.
ANd, I say tonight to the nation that I will never take their sacred trust for granted.
I understand that this is a great privilege and I will do everything to honour the trust given to me.