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Australia’s Women Take to the Streets in Protest

Australia’s Women Take to the Streets in Protest

By Grant Wyeth
Sparked by a recent wave of sexual assault allegations in parliament, the protests tap into a wider push for justice and respect. 

Is the Australian Parliament the Least Safe Place to Be a Woman?

Is the Australian Parliament the Least Safe Place to Be a Woman?

By Joshua Mcdonald
A series of sexual assault and harassment allegations have rocked the Australian government. But will it take action?
New Light Shed on Australia’s Greatest Constitutional Crisis

New Light Shed on Australia’s Greatest Constitutional Crisis

By Joshua Mcdonald
In 1975, the Australian Governor-General dismissed Prime Minister Gough Whitlam and birthed a flurry of conspiracy theories.

Two Dual Citizens Resign From the Australian Parliament

Two Dual Citizens Resign From the Australian Parliament

By Grant Wyeth
The resignations highlight a disconnect between the country’s constitution and its present reality.

Australia Voted for a Stalemate

Australia Voted for a Stalemate

By Grant Wyeth
With counting ongoing, a chain of events has been set in motion that could dramatically reshape Australia’s politics.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Bronwyn Bishop Scandal Another Blow for Abbott

By Helen Clark
The toppling of the Speaker of the House adds to the litany of political misjudgments by the Australian prime minister.

Australia’s Major Party Headaches

Australia’s Major Party Headaches

By Grant Wyeth
Australian voters are increasingly turning to micro and single-issue parties.
Australia’s Frustrating Parliament

Australia’s Frustrating Parliament

By Kevin Placek
Legislative wrangling has produced frustrating outcomes for all parties.

Who Is Clive Palmer?

Who Is Clive Palmer?

By Jarni Blakkarly
Considered by many a buffoon, the businessman now holds the balance of power in Australian parliament.

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