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Parliament pauses for heartfelt tributes to Helen Haines
A week after independent MP Helen Haines was deliberately struck by a car outside her office, federal MPs yesterday stood to share their reflections on Ms Haines and improving the public discourse in Australia. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
For many young Australians, democracy not the automatic option
Fewer than half of young Australians believe democracy is always preferable to other forms of government, as trust in institutions wanes, new research has found. Source: SBS News.
Albanese delivers forceful Australia Day message to new citizens
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered a forceful Australia Day message to new citizens, warning that respect for democracy and shared values is not optional. Source: SMH.
Labor minister warns democracy under threat
Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has warned that democracy in Australia and overseas is under threat due to populism, misinformation, disinformation and foreign interference. Source: ABC News.