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Australian Politics can be difficult to understand - it's time-consuming, it's hard to keep up with, while being almost impossible to find some order in the chaos. On The Modern Democracy, we're keeping it simple, concise, and easy to access for all individuals who are looking to keep up and learn what goes on behind the scenes and what it means for all Australians.
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In this second instalment of the 2023 'In Conversation' series, we interview former President of the NSW Young Liberals, Deyi Wu. We discuss where the Liberal Party needs to go following the outcome of the 2022 and 2023 elections, her journey into politics, and her advice for young people wanting to access political spaces. Listen to learn about Deyi's insights on Australian politics!
What are our major parties offering voters in 2023? What key issues are up for debate in NSW? How do these policies compare, and what are the positives and negatives? In this comparative episode, we analyse the different policies that the Liberal and Labor parties are offering us in the 2023 State Election. By listening, you should have a clearer idea of what's happening this year in NSW.
In this debut episode of the 2023 'In Conversation' series, we interview Lucy Skelton. After running for Victorian State Parliament for the seat of Kew at just 19, Lucy's involvement in Australian politics & climate justice activism has inspired a new generation of emerging female leaders. Listen to discover her insights on young women in politics, intersectionality and her journey in Australian politics!
What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? What would it do for Australia? What are the arguments for and against? In today's episode, we simplify upcoming debate on the potential 2023 Constitutional Referendum. By analysing what the Indigenous Voice really is, and its national response, learn about how this reform could change Australia.
Why did our popular Premier resign? What does this resignation hold for the future of NSW? Why is Dominic Perrottet's appointment a cause for concern? In this episode, we delve into the nuances and causes of this resignation, to understand how this is changing our state and the national political landscape.
In this conversational episode, I'm joined by Labor member @nordin_labor to talk about our current happenings in Australian politics.
What are 'Coalition tax policies', why did Labor support them, and how will they impact young people? What is pork-barrelling and what are the car park rorts? How has Brittany Higgins impacted women's safety in Government? Join us to answer these questions in the weekly world of Australian politics to simplify these events and discuss why they matter.
Ever wanted to purchase property in Australia? Or understand the reasons why property prices keep skyrocketing? In this episode, we're talking about the housing crisis - what it even is, what has caused it, what potential solutions exist, and what it means for ordinary Australians. By simplifying complex legislative reforms and major economic issues, listen to understand why housing affordability is scarce in our current political climate.
Through the slogans, promises and quick turnovers of our PMs, it can be virtually impossible to see the difference between our two major parties, the Liberal Party and the Labor Party. This episode delves into the historic and modern differences between these two entities that regularly dominate our everyday discourse, comparing and contrasting their standings on issues that face us today.
The workings and mechanisms of the Australian Government are something we are never really taught, and we are only every provided with either vague information or an overwhelming amount of detail. In this episode, we outline how the Australian Government actually works - what it is, what it's made up of, it's powers and it's major players at the federal, state and local levels.
Politics is something that dominates every aspect of our daily conversations - listen to The Modern Democracy to learn something and better understand what's going on up on the hill in Canberra!
Why did our popular Premier resign? What does this sudden resignation hold for the future of NSW? Why is Perrotet's appointment a cause for concern? In this 6th episode, we delve into the nuances and causes of the resignation of Premier Gladys Berejiklian and the new appointment of her successor Dominic Perrottet to understand how this is changing our state and national political landscape. FOLLOW @themoderndemocracy
In this conversational and insightful discussion panel-style episode, I've been joined by Labor member @nordin_labor to talk about our current happenings in Australian politics! If you're down to hear our opinions on what our Federal Election may look like for both political parties, Christian Porter's anonymous donation debacle, the 'AUKUS' deal and what our Aussie future might hold on a policy basis after COVID-19 - this episode is for you!Make sure to follow @themoderndemocracy and @nordin_labor on Instagram for episode updates!
What are 'Coalition tax policies', why did Labor support them, and how will they impact young people? What is pork-barrelling and what are the car park rorts? How has Brittany Higgins impacted Australia and changed our protocols for women's safety in Government? Join us to answer these questions in Episode 4, diving into the weekly world of Australian politics to simplify the biggest events, why they matter and their impacts on young people. Follow us @themoderndemocracy, leave us a review!
Ever wanted to purchase property in Australia? Or understand the reasons why property prices keep skyrocketing? In this 3rd episode of The Modern Democracy, we're talking about the housing crisis - what it even is, what has caused it, what potential solutions exist, and importantly what it means for ordinary Australians. By simplifying complex legislative reforms and major economic issues, listen to discover more about why housing affordability is scarce in our current political climate. Follow us on Instagram and ask us a question!@themoderndemocracy
Through the slogans, promises and quick turnovers of our PMs, it's virtually impossible to see the differences between our two major players, the Liberal Party and the Labor Party. This episode delves into the historic and modern differences between these two entities that regularly dominate our everyday social/political discourse, aiming to compare and contrast their standings on issues that face us today, alongside what their true motivations are. Contact us on Instagram for political updates and content!@themoderndemocracy
The workings and mechanisms of the Aussie Government are something we are never taught in a practical sense, only ever with information so vague or in an overwhelming amount of detail. This episode aims to outline how the Australian Government actually works, noting on it's separate powers or three branches, explaining the major players and providing an overview of it's state and local levels. Put this on in the background for a casual listen, and enjoy :)
Politics is something that dominates our daily conversation - listen to The Modern Democracy to learn something and better understanding the world we're living in!
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