New Delhi, May 3 -- Anthony Albanese claimed victory on Saturday (May 3), becoming the first Australian prime minister in 21 years to win a second consecutive term. His center-left Labor Party is projected to expand its narrow majority in the 151-seat House of Representatives.

Albanese used his moment of triumph to share a deeply personal message, thanking his son, Nathan, and delivering a heartfelt tribute to his fiancee, Jodie Haydon.

"To my son, Nathan, who has grown into a fine young man who I am just so proud of. Thank you," he said.

Nathan, born to Albanese and ex-wife Carmel Tebbutt, holds a business degree from the University of Technology, Sydney.

Addressing Jodie Haydon, Albanese said: "Probably wasn't expecting this to be i...