Live 2022 federal election updates, results as Anthony Albanese defeats Scott Morrison to become prime minister

· Updated May 22 2022 - 1:01am, first published May 21 2022 - 3:00pm

Incoming prime minister Anthony Albanese has declared victory for Labor, saying he wants to lead a government that will unite the country.

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