Australia

Lest We Forget: Religion and the Remembrance of War in a Secular State

John A. Rees • May 7 2015 • Articles

The memorialisation of ANZAC in Australia shows that faith tradition can add depth of memory to sovereign self-understanding, even in secular states.

The Asia-Pacific Scramble and a ‘Larger Australia’

Strobe Driver • Mar 30 2015 • Articles

Australia should begin to position itself as a politically-astute player in the region and in doing so, make decisions that create realpolitik rather than frictions.

G20 and the Culture of Protests

Monish Tourangbam • Dec 26 2014 • Articles

The culture of protests has become a common sight in all G20 summits, so much so that preventing violent activism has become an inevitable part of the security planning.

Airpower Hopes: The West versus the Islamic State, and the Evolution of Warfare

Strobe Driver • Dec 21 2014 • Articles

Western leaders should not embrace the ‘can do’ elements airpower offers, and seek policies which would not have the volatile backlashes associated with its use.

Australia-China and the Rise of Pax-Sino: Where to Now?

Strobe Driver • Sep 21 2014 • Articles

Unless Australia understands the new Asia-Pacific environment and ceases elevating the US and other regional Euro-centric allies, frictions with China will continue.

The Future of Slavery in Australia

Jonathan Hirt • Jul 22 2014 • Articles

Slavery and trafficking will not be defeated unless those fighting it can simultaneously prevent its growth, whilst strategically responding to its current expressions.

Australia Should Pursue Ambitious Climate Change Mitigation Policies

Alexander Nauels • Jun 15 2014 • Articles

A successful transformation of the energy system will ultimately depend on a political agenda that comprises a plurality of efficient climate policy instruments.

The Anzac Myth and Australian National Identity

Jed Donoghue and Bruce Tranter • May 8 2014 • Articles

Rather than recognise foundation heroes, Australians celebrate the deeds of WW1 soldiers. These ‘Anzacs’ have become an integral part of national identity.

Asylum Seeker and Refugee Policy in Australia Under the Abbott Government

Daniel Ghezelbash and Mary Crock • Oct 30 2013 • Articles

Although successive Australian governments have sought to ‘stop the boats’, the current government has announced controversial ‘border protection’ policies that have attracted significant criticism.

National Security and Public Accountability in Australia

David Martin Jones • Sep 14 2013 • Articles

The maintenance of national security and the evolution of an Australian Intelligence Community has raised questions concerning its necessity, and the most accountable ways of sustaining it.

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