Australian Political Institutions, 10th edition

Published by Pearson (September 19, 2012) © 2013

  • Gwynneth Singleton University of Canberra
  • Don Aitkin
  • Brian Jinks (former) Macquarie University
  • John Warhurst Australian National University
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Title overview

A focus on the Australian political system

Australian Political Institutions introduces students to the structure and organisation of the institutions and functions of government in Australia, with reference to contemporary issues and debates. A lot has changed in recent times in the Australian political environment.

As an introduction to the principles of political science the text provides an analysis of key issues in the Australian political system in a clear and concise manner. This edition retains its core focus on the Australian political system but also includes expanded comparative analysis of the similarities and differences in the structure and operation of political institutions in other countries which students can use to consider the strengths and weaknesses of the Australian political system and whether it could be improved.

Table of contents

  • 1: Politics and democracy
  • 2: The political culture of Australia's political institutions
  • 3: The Australian Constitution
  • 4: The federal system
  • 5: The Australian Parliament
  • 6: Executive government: Cabinet and prime minister
  • 7: The public service
  • 8: Elections and voting behaviour
  • 9: Political parties and party systems
  • 10: Australia's political parties and independents in the Australian parliament
  • 11: Interest groups
  • 12: Political communication
  • 13: Australian foreign policy
  • Appendix: The Australian Constitution

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