This was also the first time Labor had lost the seat since its creation in 1953.

Each time New Labour won an election, we came back to power with a growing economy.

This was the first time Labor had lost Arafura since its creation in 1983.

It was the first time Labor has taken such a position against its partner in the 32-month-old national unity Government.

Growth could well have picked up, and unemployment fallen, by the time Labor has to face the voters again.

But this time Labor says it is serious.

This was also the first time Labour had won the seat as it was created in 1950.

Every time Labour has been in office they have left a bankrupt nation behind them.

By the time Labour get back into power the only opportunity for employment left will be the precariat.

That was the last time Labour won any kind of majority.