@SeaGreenEyez Yes he was with the help on Rupert Murdoch lying media just as in the US, but we will fight at every corner.

@Jolanta Fortunately I think the Australian people are still ‘Australian’ enough to rock the boat. A couple of bye-elections over the next 12 months could destabilise the Liberal agenda. The good news is with such a small majority they need to listen to the backbenchers. At least Abbot has gone

@Geoffrey51 Yes, every could has got a silver lining.

@SeaGreenEyez What would we do without it!

I agree. When I first came to Australia I had a few debates saying that I thought in a democracy you should have the right to vote or not. I now see it differently as apathy encourages disconnection from the process. Most people in Australia have an opinion about the political landscape which I am guessing is a contributory factor in why we have so many parties and independents. No matter what your ideology there is someone to vote for pretty much.

@Geoffrey51 That is the only way to make sure people are fully engaged, participating, and fully represented.