Splits, fusions and evolutions: how Australia’s political parties took hold
In an extract from The Conversation’s new book on democracy, we chart the origins of the parties that dominate politics today ...
Peter Dutton: Australia's 'Trump-lite' PM-in-waiting
Once called a "thug" by a former PM and leader of his own party, Peter Dutton is now the frontrunner to become the next ...
Australia Opposition Chief Echoes Trump on DEI as Election Looms
Australia’s opposition leader Peter Dutton has echoed US President Donald Trump’s criticism of diversity, equality and inclusion workers in the public sector, the latest center-right leader around the ...
Western Australia calls election in test for Albanese before national vote
The state of Western Australia has called an election, setting the stage for a final test for Australian Prime Minister ...
WA State Election: How much ‘respectability’ WA Liberal Party can win back is big question of election
The campaign for the Western Australian election is now under way, with the state Liberal Party fighting to win back “electorate respectability” after it was almost obliterated in 2021.