Past Programs
Government and Politics - 2003
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Mark Latham
04/12/2003
The election of Mark Latham is generating much excitement. Can Labor's new man unite and reshape the party? Can he win back Labor's heartland? Will his policies inspire the so-called aspirational voters?
Australia's Relationship With Asia
21/10/2003
President George Bush and President Hu Jintao will be visiting Australia this week. Ties with Washington have never been stronger. But should Australia now pay more attention to its relationship with Asia?
Income Tax Cuts Or Increased Government Spending?
14/10/2003
The federal government has hinted at tax cuts. But the National Party says the surplus should be spent on infrastructure in regional and rural Australia. What should be the priority? Income tax cuts or increased government spending on infrastructure and services?
John Howard's Plans To Reform The Senate
09/10/2003
Prime Minister Howard has unveiled his plans to reform the Senate. Under the proposals the Senate will no longer have the powers to block legislation. So is the Senate too obstructionist? And can a reformed Senate still remain an effective house of review?
Do We Need A Bill Of Rights?
08/10/2003
It's the centenary of the High Court whose decisions have helped to define and protect the rights of Australian citizens. But are implied rights enough? To celebrate one hundred years, do we need a Bill of Rights?
Week In Review
03/10/2003
The four topics:
Should Microsoft have closed its internet chat rooms?
Will the cabinet reshuffle re-invigorate the Howard government?
Do we need to ban live sheep exports?
And could the detention of the children of asylum seekers prove to be unconstitutional?
