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Role reversal for Howard and Beazley

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Australian Prime Minister John Howard appears energetic and in control after his election win and the Australian economy which is doing well through the Asian crisis. In parliament, he argued that he is proud of his government for introducing the Goods and Services Tax and doing the job for the national interest. .

Political activity, Taxation, Howard, John

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Romancing the bush

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Issues discussed concern the economic and political aspects of voters in rural Australia. Topics addressed include the federal government's use of the Regional Australia Summit to renew regional support, detailing how economic policies impact rural areas.

Australia, Statistical Data Included, Rural development, Rural population

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Disorder in the house

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Australia's federal parliament may be 100 years old in 2001, but the House of Representatives has declined and is no longer a real force. The House merely rubber stamps executive decisions, while the Senate holds real power.

Powers and duties, Australia. Parliament

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