Explore the intricate tapestry of Australian politics with 'Trials and Transformations, 2001-2004'. This essential volume offers a deep dive into a pivotal era marked by intense controversies and significant changes during the Howard Government's tenure. Delve into the remarkable events that shaped Australia during these years, including the electoral revival of 2001, the dramatic collapse of HIH Insurance and Ansett Airlines, and the impactful MV Tampa and 'children overboard' affairs. This comprehensive examination also covers the nation's military involvements in Afghanistan and Iraq, providing a well-rounded perspective on these transformative events.

Featuring insights from notable figures such as Frank Bongiorno, Simon Crean, and John Howard, this book sheds light on the ongoing history wars, critical policy announcements in health and the environment, and the enduring strength of the Australian economy. 'Trials and Transformations' is packed with analyses grounded in official documentation, private papers, and personal items from the Howard Library at Old Parliament House.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742235820
Year: 2019
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742235820
Year: 2019
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing


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Few periods in Australian political history have generated more controversy than 2001–2004.

Trials and Transformations examines the Howard Government's electoral revival in 2001, the collapse of HIH Insurance and Ansett Airlines, and the MV Tampa and 'children overboard' affairs as well as the military invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq. Frank Bongiorno, Simon Crean, Philip Ruddock, John Howard and others also consider the escalation of the history wars, policy announcements in health and the environment, and the continuing strong performance of the Australian economy.

This third volume in the Howard Government series draws on official documents, private papers and personal items donated to UNSW Canberra, now held in the Howard Library at Old Parliament House.