There is declining trust in Australian unis. Federal government policy is a big part of the problem
As we head towards the federal election, both sides of politics are making a point of criticising universities and ...
Misleading and false election ads are legal in Australia. We need national truth in political advertising laws
A loophole in the Electoral Act means it’s perfectly legal to lie to voters – as long as it doesn’t happen during official ...
Australian democracy is not dead, but needs help to ensure its survival
A new audit of Australia’s democracy finds it generally in good shape, but with pressing issues that need addressing.
Australia has felt the force of Donald Trump. Will things get worse?
Leading political expert Bruce Wolpe warns that populism has opened the door to unabashed authoritarianism in Trump’s return, and that Australia’s democracy demands vigilance.