Government Politics in Australia
Government Politics in Australia

Author: Alan Fenna

Publisher: Pearson Higher Education AU

Published: 2013-09-05

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 1486001386

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Government and Politics in Australia 10e is the comprehensive and scholarly political science text that provides thorough and accessible content written by authorities in the field. Now in its 10th edition, Government and Politics in Australia continues to provide students with a research-based, in-depth contemporary introduction to the Australian political system. A strengthened focus on government and politics ensures that this classic text remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the structure and institutions of Australian government, as well as political parties, representation, interest groups and the role of the media in Australian politics. The 10th edition has been thoroughly revised and updated by experts in the field led by a new editor team and includes a completely new chapter on Australia in the world.

Contemporary Politics in Australia
Contemporary Politics in Australia

Author: Rodney Smith

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2012-02-02

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 1107375479

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Contemporary Politics in Australia provides a lively and wide-ranging introduction to the study of Australian politics. Written by a diverse range of experts, the book offers a comprehensive overview of current theories, debates and research in Australian political science and looks forward to new developments. It encompasses not only formal and institutionally based politics, but also the informal politics of everyday life, including the politics of Australian culture and media. The book is divided into six key sections that cover: • political theory • politics in everyday Australian life • elections • participation and representation • the Australian state • contemporary political and public policy issues Contemporary Politics in Australia challenges the assumption that the study of Australian politics can be dry, descriptive or uncontroversial. Rather, it encourages an understanding of politics in Australia as contested ground. Featuring a glossary of key terms and a companion website, it is essential reading for students.

Government and Politics in Australia
Government and Politics in Australia

Author: Alan Fenna

Publisher:

Published: 2013-09-05

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 9781486000517

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Government and Politics in Australia 10e is the comprehensive and scholarly political science text that provides thorough and accessible content written by authorities in the field. Now in its 10th edition, Government and Politics in Australia continues to provide students with a research-based, in-depth contemporary introduction to the Australian political system. A strengthened focus on government and politics ensures that this classic text remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the structure and institutions of Australian government, as well as political parties, representation, interest groups and the role of the media in Australian politics. The 10th edition has been thoroughly revised and updated by experts in the field led by a new editor team and includes a completely new chapter on Australia in the world.

Australian Politics in the Twenty-First Century
Australian Politics in the Twenty-First Century

Author: Stewart Jackson

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2022-09-02

Total Pages: 373

ISBN-13: 1009108239

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The global political environment in the twenty-first century is proving dynamic and challenging for Australian policymakers and political institutions. Australian Politics in the Twenty-first Century contextualises the Australian political landscape through an institutional lens. It examines the legislative and judicial bodies, minor parties, lobby groups, the media and the citizenry, providing historical and contemporary facts, explaining political issues and examining new challenges. The second edition has been updated to reflect the application of political theories in today's civic environment. New spotlight boxes highlight issues including marriage equality, COVID-19 and federalism, the inclusion of First Nations peoples in the political system, and gender equality in public policy. Short-answer, reflection, research and discussion questions encourage students to test and extend their knowledge of each topic and to clearly link theory to practice. Written in an accessible and engaging style, Australian Politics in the Twenty-First Century is an invaluable introduction to the Australian political system.

Australian Politics in a Digital Age
Australian Politics in a Digital Age

Author: Peter John Chen

Publisher: ANU E Press

Published: 2013-02-01

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 1922144401

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The first comprehensive volume on the impact of digital media on Australian politics, this book examines the way these technologies shape political communication, alter key public and private institutions, and serve as the new arena in which discursive and expressive political life is performed. -- Publisher's description.

Australian Government and Politics
Australian Government and Politics

Author: Alan Fenna

Publisher:

Published: 2021-02

Total Pages: 460

ISBN-13: 9780655700746

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Australian Government and Politics is the most up-to-date, comprehensive and authoritative introductory text on the Australian political system. Solidly based in current research, Australian Government and Politics provides a firm understanding of the way the institutions and actors of liberal democracy are constituted and function in Australia. It is an authoritative guide to the structure and institutions of Australian government; political ideas and political parties; elections and representation; the media and interest groups; and the making of public policy. This textbook also innovates in a number of ways, including a strong comparative focus throughout, and a dedicated emphasis on Indigenous politics and policy issues. This a new textbook which offers a fresh approach to the study of Australian politics, and introduces a new range of scholarly voices to the next generation of students. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: * Comprehensive analysis of liberal democracy * Coverage of indigenous politics and policy * Comparisions to international political systems * Discussion of non-voting forms of participation in the political process * An introduction to the nature of public policy making and implementation * Evaluation of the government's response to environmental challenges

Government, Politics, Power and Policy in Australia
Government, Politics, Power and Policy in Australia

Author: Dennis Woodward

Publisher: Pearson Australia

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 564

ISBN-13: 9781442508736

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An in-depth contemporary study of Australian politics and key policy issues, with a balance of conceptual, institutional, historical and contemporary approaches. This edition has been thoroughly updated and revised. Woodward, Monash University; Parkin and Summers, Flinders University, Australia.

New Developments in Australian Politics
New Developments in Australian Politics

Author: Brian Galligan

Publisher: Macmillan Education AU

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 9780732943042

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An overview of contemporary issues in Australian politics. Part I examines the operation of the political system and political culture. Part II looks at issues such as republicanism and citizenship. Part III examines Australia's recent attempts to reshape defence and foreign policy in response to the post-Cold War international environment and Australia's response to the impact of globalisation on the economy. Includes references and index. Also available in paperback. The 14 contributors include Clive Bean, Graeme Cheeseman and Glyn Davis.