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The Conversation's Chief Political Correspondent Michelle Grattan talks politics with politicians and experts, from Capital Hill.

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Anthony Bunn
Senior journalist, Albury-focused campaign coverage
Board of Mail
Episode: Farrer by-election tests One Nation
Matt Canavan
Leader of the National Party, campaigning in the electorate
The Nationals
Episode: Farrer by-election tests One Nation
David Farley
Agri-businessman, former Nationals member
One Nation (eventual switch)
Episode: Farrer by-election tests One Nation
Michelle Milthorpe
Independent candidate for Farah
Independent
Episode: Farrer by-election tests One Nation
Justin Clancy
State Liberal MP for Aubrey; deputy leader of the state opposition
Liberal Party (NSW)
Episode: Farrer by-election tests One Nation
Andrew Hauser
Deputy Governor, Bank of England
Bank of England
Episode: RBA Deputy's inflation warning
Rob Manwearing
Associate Professor in politics at Flinders University
Flinders University
Episode: South Australian election special
Kate Ellis
Former federal Labour minister and incoming national president of the Labour Party
Australian Labour Party
Episode: South Australian election special
Ashton Hearn
Liberal Party candidate and political figure in SA
Liberal Party of Australia
Episode: South Australian election special

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Michelle Grattan
Chief Political Correspondent at The Conversation. A seasoned journalist renowned for her probing questions and ability to engage political figures in meaningful discourse.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 359 ratings
  • Australian culture IS Aboriginal culture

    In regards to your interview with Tony Abbott about his new history of Australia book. I think the thing that is missing when people write and talk about what colonisation bright to modern Australia is what the original inhabitants brought. I would love to read scholarship about how Australia’s unique Aussie vibe is a result of interactions with the first people and the impact they had on the way out Democracy and national “personality” evolved.

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    Oak Galaxy
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    Thanks for a very informative interview with Simon A loss to the parliament hopefully members of his party take note of his comments Australia needs opinions like his for our future and theirs

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    james aust vetran
    Australiaa year ago
  • Professional and balanced.

    Professional and balanced. That is what a political journalist should be- Well done, Michelle

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    vibes60
    Australia2 years ago
  • Michelle is a model journalist

    What a professional! Many thanks to Michelle for decades of professionalism.

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    SimonAlfref
    Australia2 years ago
  • Australia’s Must-Listen Politics Podcast

    Exceptional guest list.

    Great questions.

    No bias.

    No gotchas.

    Challenges avoidance without hounding.

    Perfect length.

    Michelle Grattan is a national treasure.

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    Grazer in Sydney
    Australia3 years ago

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Farrer by-election tests One Nation
Q: How is One Nation positioned in this race compared to the Liberals and Nationals?
One Nation is framed as an up-and-coming force challenging the coalition's traditional regional footprint, with emphasis on immigration policy, water management, and a pragmatic approach to regional development, while other candidates debate leadership and strategy.
Farrer by-election tests One Nation
Q: What are the main issues in this by-election according to your reporting from Albury?
The main issues include health services and hospital infrastructure, water management under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan, and energy and fuel prices, with regional connectivity and housing also forming key concerns for voters.
RBA Deputy's inflation warning
Q: What are the best current information and prospects for oil price and supply, and how does that feed into the bank's assessment?
Hauser explains that estimates hinge on the size and persistence of the price shock, with real-time data and scenario planning guiding the assessment as the oil market remains highly uncertain.
New Liberal deputy Jane Hume on industrial relations, child care and a decade in politics
Q: Do you think that the Liberals need a female candidate to increase their competitiveness in that contest?
Hume acknowledges that female candidates are hard workers and great communicators, and she would support seeing more female candidates.
New Liberal deputy Jane Hume on industrial relations, child care and a decade in politics
Q: What effect do you think that the work from home trend that's been so strong in recent times is having on Australian business and the Australian economy?
Hume thinks flexible workplace practices can add productivity and allow businesses to attract diverse talent.

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