Leading the Way or Looking the Other Way? - Minority Government and Vulnerable Groups in Australia

Engage in an interactive panel discussion exploring the first year of minority government in Australia, focusing on public policy issues and their impact on vulnerable groups. Hear expert panelists, including politicians and academics, analyze Prime Minister Julia Gillard's policy priorities, the influence of crossbench parliamentarians, and the balance between political vulnerability and societal concerns. Delve into topics such as government priorities, Indigenous issues, media bias, evidence-based policy, and competitive federalism. Gain insights from diverse perspectives on the challenges and implications of minority government, and participate in a thought-provoking Q&A session addressing audience concerns about corporate influence, media responsibility, and potential government missteps.

Introduction
The Queen
Government priorities
Not visiting Indigenous communities
Not a meaningful issue
Vulnerable groups
Adam Bandt
Tim Farron
Nigel Farage
The Australian Media
Three Suggestions
Policy Analysis
Media Bias
Depoliticisation
Public Policy
Competitive Federalism
EvidenceBased Policy
Bipartisanship
Opinion Polls
Citizens Agenda
Audience Question
The Corporation
The Media
Evidence Based Policy
Queen Advice
The Worst Thing This Government Could Do