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Understand Aussie politics and make your vote count!

Australian Politics For Dummies gives you a helping hand as you get to grips with the good, the bad and the ugly of Australian politics. Seasoned political punters and voting novices alike will find fascinating facts and top thrills in in this essential guide. Master the ins and outs of elections, parties and policies. In no time, you''ll be discussing and debating the biggest issues with ease. Down under, we all have to vote. It''s one of the many beautiful things about this land of ours, and this book will help you learn why (and how) to cast that ballot.

This updated edition gives you everything you need to cast your vote with confidence. You''ll identify what makes the Australian political system tick, distinguish between the different political parties and understand the influence of the media in Australian politics.

Decipher political terminology, make sense of the houses of parliament and understand why we have minor parties Learn how Australia''s political system evolved and grasp today''s voting systems Make sense of coalition politics and figure out the differences between the Labor and Liberal parties Find out why Australia''s system of government is described as ''Washminster,'' and discover the Whips and the Usher of the Black Rod

You want to know more about Australian politics, but, if we''re being realistic, it''s very complicated. Australian Politics For Dummies clears it all up.

Understand Aussie politics and make your vote count!

Australian Politics For Dummies gives you a helping hand as you get to grips with the good, the bad and the ugly of Australian politics. Seasoned political punters and voting novices alike will find fascinating facts and top thrills in in this essential guide. Master the ins and outs of elections, parties and policies. In no time, you''ll be discussing and debating the biggest issues with ease. Down under, we all have to vote. It''s one of the many beautiful things about this land of ours, and this book will help you learn why (and how) to cast that ballot.

This updated edition gives you everything you need to cast your vote with confidence. You''ll identify what makes the Australian political system tick, distinguish between the different political parties and understand the influence of the media in Australian politics.

Decipher political terminology, make sense of the houses of parliament and understand why we have minor parties Learn how Australia''s political system evolved and grasp today''s voting systems Make sense of coalition politics and figure out the differences between the Labor and Liberal parties Find out why Australia''s system of government is described as ''Washminster,'' and discover the Whips and the Usher of the Black Rod

You want to know more about Australian politics, but, if we''re being realistic, it''s very complicated. Australian Politics For Dummies clears it all up.

In this second volume of Ghazarian, Taflaga and Bonotti's two-part collection, the editors examine the importance of political parties and how they impact local, national, and international contexts by assembling a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in Australia, both historically and in contemporary times.The book explores the public policy, organisational, and electoral challenges confronting parties not only Australia but also other liberal democracies in the 21st Century. It also explores the ways in which the Liberal Party of Australia has sought to address these challenges while trying to maintain electoral support and organisational cohesion. In doing so, it makes a significant contribution to understanding the Liberal Party and right-of-centre parties around the world.This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties from around the world and how they impact policy in practice.

This book is part of a two-part volume on the Liberal Party of Australia edited by Zareh Ghazarian, Matteo Bonotti, and Marija Taflaga. This volume contributes to the understanding of political parties, especially the sub-discipline of Australian politics. Australia remains one of the oldest liberal democracies in the world with a stable party system. It provides an excellent case study to focus on political parties. This book focuses on the Liberal Party, which has been a very successful major party since its creation in 1944.The book assembles a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in contemporary Australia. Central to this volume are discussions about party origins, organisation, structure, and operation. The volume casts a critical eye over the Liberal Party at a time when the Australian party system is under pressure from new and emerging challenges. The book starts a new conversation about the role and impact of parties in liberal democracies. It aims to propel new research and interest in understanding major parties in contemporary society. This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties and how they impact policy in practice.

This book is part of a two-part volume on the Liberal Party of Australia edited by Zareh Ghazarian, Matteo Bonotti, and Marija Taflaga. This volume contributes to the understanding of political parties, especially the sub-discipline of Australian politics. Australia remains one of the oldest liberal democracies in the world with a stable party system. It provides an excellent case study to focus on political parties. This book focuses on the Liberal Party, which has been a very successful major party since its creation in 1944.The book assembles a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in contemporary Australia. Central to this volume are discussions about party origins, organisation, structure, and operation. The volume casts a critical eye over the Liberal Party at a time when the Australian party system is under pressure from new and emerging challenges. The book starts a new conversation about the role and impact of parties in liberal democracies. It aims to propel new research and interest in understanding major parties in contemporary society. This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties and how they impact policy in practice.

In this second volume of Ghazarian, Taflaga and Bonotti's two-part collection, the editors examine the importance of political parties and how they impact local, national, and international contexts by assembling a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in Australia, both historically and in contemporary times.The book explores the public policy, organisational, and electoral challenges confronting parties not only Australia but also other liberal democracies in the 21st Century. It also explores the ways in which the Liberal Party of Australia has sought to address these challenges while trying to maintain electoral support and organisational cohesion. In doing so, it makes a significant contribution to understanding the Liberal Party and right-of-centre parties around the world.This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties from around the world and how they impact policy in practice.

This book is part of a two-part volume on the Liberal Party of Australia edited by Zareh Ghazarian, Matteo Bonotti, and Marija Taflaga. This volume contributes to the understanding of political parties, especially the sub-discipline of Australian politics. Australia remains one of the oldest liberal democracies in the world with a stable party system. It provides an excellent case study to focus on political parties. This book focuses on the Liberal Party, which has been a very successful major party since its creation in 1944.The book assembles a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in contemporary Australia. Central to this volume are discussions about party origins, organisation, structure, and operation. The volume casts a critical eye over the Liberal Party at a time when the Australian party system is under pressure from new and emerging challenges. The book starts a new conversation about the role and impact of parties in liberal democracies. It aims to propel new research and interest in understanding major parties in contemporary society. This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties and how they impact policy in practice.

In this second volume of Ghazarian, Taflaga and Bonotti’s two-part collection, the editors examine the importance of political parties and how they impact local, national, and international contexts by assembling a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in Australia, both historically and in contemporary times.The book explores the public policy, organisational, and electoral challenges confronting parties not only Australia but also other liberal democracies in the 21st Century. It also explores the ways in which the Liberal Party of Australia has sought to address these challenges while trying to maintain electoral support and organisational cohesion. In doing so, it makes a significant contribution to understanding the Liberal Party and right-of-centre parties around the world.This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties from around the world and how they impact policy in practice.

Gender is a powerful force that shapes Australia’s political leadership.Gender impacts the politics, government and policies of our nation. It influences the public lives of all political leaders. It affects how they interact with political institutions and cultures, with each other and how they are treated by the media. It can also shape who we see as strong and capable leaders.Yet, there is a lack of diversity in leadership positions across the political system and accusations of bullying and a toxic culture in our political parties are rife. So what impact does this have upon how Australia is governed and what might be done about it?From the debates on gender quotas to the ‘bonk ban’, from Julie Bishop’s failed leadership bid to Scott Morrison’s cultivated ‘daggy dad’ persona, from the treatment and legacy of Australia’s first female prime minister to the machinations of our political parties and parliament, this book explores the subtle and overt operation of gender politics in Australia.Gender Politics is a provocative and urgent collection that re-examines the way we navigate power and leadership in Australian politics.

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Understand the Australian political system and make your vote count

Get to grips with the good, the bad and the ugly of Australian politics! Whether you''re a seasoned political punter or a voting novice, this is your essential guide to understanding politics in Australia. Master the ins and outs of elections, parties and policies, and learn to discuss the big issues in no time. You have to vote — now learn whyand how.

Decipher political terminology — clear explanations of the houses of parliament, voting systems and more

Learn how Australia''s political system evolved — how Westminster and Washington were combined to produce ''Washminster''

Appreciate parliamentary roles — what the Whips do and just what the Usher of the Black Rod is

Find out who holds the purse strings — how federal and state governments work out who pays for what

Understand how political parties work — the differences between Labor and Liberal, and what coalition politics is

Discover what''s meant by the balance of power — how minor parties and independents contribute to politics

Determine how your vote is counted — the difference between preferential voting and proportional representation

Work out the media''s role — how the media reports, interprets and sways political outcomes

Open the book and find:

Key points about past and current political hot topics

Explanations of the Australian Constitution, including the crisis of 1975

Plans of the houses of parliament so you know who sits where

Analysis of how the major Australian political parties came about

A concise description of the electoral pendulum

Graphic descriptions of the different ballot papers

A comprehensive glossary of political terms and jargon

Learn to:

Identify what makes the Australianpolitical system tick

Distinguish between the differentpolitical parties

Understand the influence of the media in Australian politics

Cast your vote with confidence

Created especially for the Australian customer!

Understand the Australian political system and make your vote count

Get to grips with the good, the bad and the ugly of Australian politics! Whether you''re a seasoned political punter or a voting novice, this is your essential guide to understanding politics in Australia. Master the ins and outs of elections, parties and policies, and learn to discuss the big issues in no time. You have to vote — now learn whyand how.

Decipher political terminology — clear explanations of the houses of parliament, voting systems and more

Learn how Australia''s political system evolved — how Westminster and Washington were combined to produce ''Washminster''

Appreciate parliamentary roles — what the Whips do and just what the Usher of the Black Rod is

Find out who holds the purse strings — how federal and state governments work out who pays for what

Understand how political parties work — the differences between Labor and Liberal, and what coalition politics is

Discover what''s meant by the balance of power — how minor parties and independents contribute to politics

Determine how your vote is counted — the difference between preferential voting and proportional representation

Work out the media''s role — how the media reports, interprets and sways political outcomes

Open the book and find:

Key points about past and current political hot topics

Explanations of the Australian Constitution, including the crisis of 1975

Plans of the houses of parliament so you know who sits where

Analysis of how the major Australian political parties came about

A concise description of the electoral pendulum

Graphic descriptions of the different ballot papers

A comprehensive glossary of political terms and jargon

Learn to:

Identify what makes the Australianpolitical system tick

Distinguish between the differentpolitical parties

Understand the influence of the media in Australian politics

Cast your vote with confidence