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WHO REALLY WINS from a bigger Parliament?
The proposal to expand Australia’s federal Parliament is often framed as a political choice. In practice, it is more accurately understood as a response to measurable structural pressures within the electoral system. This analysis examines: 1. Representation Ratios: The Structural Driver Australia’s Parliament currently consists of: The last major expansion occurred in 1984, when Australia’s population…
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A New Voice in Canberra: Israel’s Ambassador Sets Out His Vision at the National Press Club
In his first major address since arriving in Australia, Israel’s newly appointed Ambassador, His Excellency Dr Hillel Newman, delivered a wide-ranging and deeply personal speech at the National Press Club—one that blended biography, geopolitics, and a clear statement of intent for the Australia–Israel relationship. Opening with warmth and humility, the Ambassador acknowledged the significance of the…
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System Fracturing — But the Coalition Still Has a Path Back
A new RedBridge snapshot, confirms what many in Canberra already suspect: Australia’s political system is fragmenting at the level of issue ownership. But buried within the noise of One Nation’s surge and voter disillusionment is a quieter, more strategic story: The Coalition isn’t finished — it’s repositioning in a fractured field. The Big Picture: Collapse…
