Mr Heath Pickering

School of Social and Political Sciences, Faculty of Arts, University of Melbourne

Politics & Society

Surviving Australian politics: 4 reforms to stop ousting leaders

Australian politics looks increasingly like a reality TV show, so what can be done to bring stability and end the near-constant Canberra coups?

Politics & Society

Russia’s strange yet predictable election

As Vladimir Putin seeks a fourth term as President, should the West complain or just work with him?

Politics & Society

Australia’s referendum drought

Since Federation, Australia has on average voted in a plebiscite or referendum every six years - but our most recent was back in 1999. Is there an argument for regular referendums?