Precis of speech:
“The people have spoken but it’s going to take a little while to determine what they have said.”
“Too close to call.... a number of days to count.”
References to the independents by name.
Points out that she remains Prime Minister until the outcome of the election is known.
Making her pitch for the support of the independents and Greens.
Acknowledges Mr Abbott - different world views, and opinions. Calls him a formidable opponent and congratulates him on his campaign.
Acknowledges her party and the union movement.
Claims she kept the country employed.
Workers rights workers rights workers rights.
Every child is entitled to a great education (actually, even I think she is pretty good on that).
Health care for all.
“We’ve sat here since 6 o’clock. It’s now 11.30 and we haven’t got a clue.”
And with that I think I’ll be heading to bed soon.
Theoretically she can remain Prime Minister if she can grasp enough support if I’m understanding correctly.
It looks like the most powerful people in Australia right now are those few independents.