Introduction to politics and government Australia
answer one of the following essay questions:2000 words
• Australia has had five prime ministers in the last ten years. What factors have contributed to this and what impact does it have on contemporary Australian politics and public policy?
• Outline what you consider to be the three most important achievements of the Turnbull government to date.
• What are the main ideological differences between the two major parties? Or is there not much difference between them? Why/why not?
• Why have minor political parties gained increasing prominence in contemporary Australian politics. Illustrate your answer using one minor party.
• In the last two decades, there has been a shift away from multiculturalism to citizenship in Australian politics. Is this a good or a bad thing?
• Does the media have too much power in contemporary Australian politics? Use two examples to illustrate your answer.
• Does the importance of national security mean that individual rights are no longer as relevant as they once were? Does it matter in a liberal democracy such as Australia?