Plebiscite
Politics & Society
The legal maze of the marriage equality survey
As Australians prepare to have their say on same-sex marriage, the legitimacy of the Australian Marriage Law Postal Survey is being challenged in the High Court. Here’s an expert guide to the legal issues facing both the survey and any possible
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?
Politics & Society
Why Parliament should decide on same sex marriage
Changing the law sits with Australia’s MPs, not the people
Politics & Society
How we can reinvigorate democracy
Are plebiscites the answer we have been searching for?