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Albanese government restores abolished environment department but avoids major public service overhaul

The Albanese government has had a smooth start so far, thanks in part to confirmation this week Labor will govern in majority. (ABC News: Matt Roberts)

The new Albanese government will unpick one of the Coalition's most controversial changes to the public service by recreating a department focused solely on environmental issues.

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