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Contemporary Politics in Australia: Theories, Practices and Issues

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  • ISBN13:

    9780521137539

  • ISBN10:

    0521137535

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2012-02-20
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press

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Summary

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.

Table of Contents

Contemporary Theories of Australian Politics:
Democratic theories
Institutionalism
Behaviouralism
Critical theories
Discourse theories and post-structuralism
International theories
Politics in Everyday Australian Life:
Political values and attitudes
Political socialisation
Media politics
Politics in Australian culture
Elections:
Electoral rules
Political parties as electoral players
Campaigns and campaign funding
Voter behaviour
Participation and Representation:
Participation and representation through political parties
Pressure groups and lobbying
Government consultation
Social movements and new forms of participation
Inside the Australian State:
Parliament
Prime ministers and ministers
Politicisation and the executive
Delivering public policy
The courts
Federalism
Contemporary Public Controversies:
A bill of rights
Taxing and spending
Employment and education
Cities
Indigenous Australians
Health
The environment
Australia and the world
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