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Declaration Dilemma

Imagine you’re a politician and you’re representing Australia overseas, and you have been given an expensive gift by the leader of the country you are

Emojis for marriage equality

Prime Minister stands by plans for an expensive plebiscite while Labor backs a free vote in parliament as early as Tuesday, Caitlyn Leggett writes.

UniPollWatch launch

Join in on the launch of La Trobe University’s coverage of the Australian federal election, in combination with universities around the nation.

The Trail Wrap: Day Eight

It was the day after the debate on the campaign today, but a Tony Abbott gaffe on Day Eight of Election 2013 drew the ire of The Trail Wrap.

The Trail Wrap: Day Two

Day 2 of the election campaign was a little more exciting, as a gaffe by a Liberal Party candidate made news in other continents.

Recurring nightmare

With rumours abound of another leadership spill in Australian politics, Liam Quinn bemoans the constant chatter about change at the top.

Policy swap

Inconsistencies in opposing party policy, had Liam Quinn thinking perhaps Australian politics could take a page out of a Tom Clancy novel.

Setting some standards

Amidst what is often referred to as a ‘race to the bottom’, parliamentarians often forget the importance of proper conduct, writes Erdem Koç.

Springing to action: Parliament’s back

Are there new issues in Canberra to be optimistic about, or are we going to see more of the same from our politicians during the spring sitting period, asks Tim Viney.