In 1895 South Australian women became the first in Australia, and amongst the first in the world, to be able to vote and stand for parliament. Suffragists agitated for change through writing letters to newspapers, giving public speeches and holding marches. They also visited parliament to discuss their ideas with politicians. History In South Australia … Read more
The Government’s assimilation policy meant that those who had more than a stipulated proportion of European blood’ were not allowed to live on reserves or receive rations. Children were also removed from families. Dale Agius, who was appointed the state’s Commissioner for First Nations Voice in July last year, said implementing the Uluru Statement at … Read more
South Australia is a southern, central Australian state that covers some of the most arid parts of the country. It is home to people from about 200 countries and speaks languages from more than 100. Recent data suggest that a sizeable proportion of the public supports multiculturalism as a positive force but also recognises the … Read more
As governments around the world struggle to make the transition to low carbon, high renewables grids, South Australia’s experience offers important lessons. These include the need for political leverage to push through changes in the face of opposition from established fossil fuel interests. It is also vital to help workers and towns adjust when coal … Read more
South Australia’s vigorous program of industrialization depended on the high level of effective tariff protection it enjoyed. This protected the local motor vehicle, household appliance, shipping and electrical industries. Growing SA small businesses with a permanent reduction in company tax. Record funding for the state’s health system including hospitals, cheaper medicines (with a $10 cut … Read more
South Australia’s natural resources, skilled workforce and research sector have attracted investment in world-leading projects. The state is a leader in the energy transition and aims for net zero emissions by 2050. The state is governed by a bicameral parliament, with the House of Assembly representing individual electoral districts and the Legislative Council comprising members … Read more
South Australia is taking strong action on climate change to build a stronger, low emissions economy and to help prepare for the impacts of a changing climate. The State reports progress against legislated targets biennially. The agricultural sector generates significant greenhouse gases (GHG) mainly through methane and nitrous oxide. These gases have a much greater … Read more
The Murray-Darling Basin Plan has become a political battleground. Hundreds of South Australian irrigators converged on Canberra in December to protest the plan. Brooks’ argument hinges on the idea that there is spare water sloshing around the basin to be reallocated. But experts know that’s simply not true. In fact, the opposite is more likely. … Read more
Each new Australian government seeks to put its stamp on defence policy, including through a new Defence White Paper. The DSR outlines two force structure determinants: ‘deter and defeat armed attacks on Australia’ and ‘contribute to stability in the South Pacific and Timor Leste’. These are important tasks, but the DSR does not address a … Read more
The SA Government is investing in a growing economy. Continuing the Instant Asset Write-Off for small businesses. Providing further tax and cost-of-living relief for families. Keeping people safe in their homes and local communities, including a commitment to online safety reforms. HiAP’s focus on co-benefits and its problematisation of equity closed off the small policy … Read more