Australia’s first Muslim federal ministers Anne Aly and Ed Husic hope appointments mark ‘new era’ of inclusivity

Aly and Husic, sworn in holding Qurans, say they feel the weight of the moment' after past Islamophobia and division

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For Anne Aly, her swearing in this week as minister for early childhood and youth was more than just a personal achievement.

It was a moment that signified change and hope for her and fellow Muslim cabinet minister, Ed Husic.