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In June 2010, Kevin Rudd was challenged for the leadership of the ALP (Australian Labor Party) for a number of reasons. He lost the vote for the leadership to Julia Gillard, so was forced to resign, as the Prime Minister must be the leader of the party.
For the reasons why Mr Rudd's leadership was challenged, see the related question below.
What else can I help you with?
Was Kevin Rudd the premier of Queensland?
Kevin Rudd was never the premier of Queensland. He became Australia's Prime Minister in 2007.
What was Julia Gillards job before Prime Minister?
Julia Gillard was the national Minister for Education in the Kevin Rudd government. She received the job of Prime Minister when she challenged Kevin Rudd in 2010 and won by unanimous vote.
Who is leading Australia?
In 2009, Australia's leader is Prime Minister Kevin Rudd.
Who was the prime minister before Kevin Rudd in Australia?
Hon John Howard was Australia's Prime Minister before Kevin Rudd of QLD. Before Kevin Rudd, Liberal John Howard of NSW served as PM from 11 March 1996 to 3 December 2007. Kevin Rudd served for roughly two and a half years before losing his job to Julia Gillard, in the process making her Australia's first Prime Minister. John Howard was Australia's second longest serving Prime Minister.
What day and date did Kevin Rudd say Sorry?
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd made his historic Apology to the Stolen Generation on 13 February 2008.
What number prime minister was Kevin Rudd?
Kevin Rudd was the 26th Prime Minister of Australia.
Is Kevin Rudd the prime minister of the US?
The US does not have a prime minister. We have a president. Kevin Rudd is a former Prime Minister of Australia.
What does Kevin Rudd do as a Prime Minister?
Kevin Rudd has not been Prime Minister of Australia since June 2010.
Who is Prime Minister Kevin Rudd?
Kevin Rudd was the Australian Prime Minister from December 2007 until 24 June 2010.
Is the 26th Prime Minister Kevin Rudd?
Yes, Kevin Rudd was the 26th PM.
By what first name is prime minister Rudd known?
Kevin Rudd
When did Kevin Rudd stop being prime minister?
Kevin Rudd was the Australian Prime Minister from December 2007 until 24 June 2010.
When did Kevin Rudd finish being the prime minister?
Kevin Rudd formally announced his resignation as Prime Minister of Australia on 24 June 2010.
What was Kevin Rudd before prime minister?
Deputy Prime Minister(i think)
Who is the prime minseter?
Kevin Rudd is the prime minister of Australia
Why is Kevin Rudd a hero?
because he was prime minister
Is Kevin Rudd the prime minister of Australia?
No longer.On 24 June 2010, Kevin Rudd was deposed and Julia Gillardbecame Australia's first female Prime Minister.
