Common(wealth) Knowledge #33: Papua New Guinea and Australian federalism
A look at how Papua New Guinea has influenced the development of Australian law.
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Common(wealth) Knowledge #23: Can the Governor-General dismiss Prime Ministers?
47 years on from the 1975 constitutional crisis, a look at what the Whitlam Dismissal can tell us about constitutional conventions.
Bob Katter 'confesses he refuses to pledge allegiance to the Queen' in interview with The Chaser
If the claim is true, it could mean a breach of the Australian Constitution.
Hear why this Twitter user says ABC host David Speers made a "slur" against all social media users
"It would be like if (he) said...'all women are horrible,' or 'all Jewish people are horrible.'"
Common(wealth) Knowledge #15: Camilla's Attorney-General
A lesser-covered topic following the death of the Queen.
Common(wealth) Knowledge #12: What is the Crown?
Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia 16 times during her 70-year reign.
SPECIAL COVERAGE: Queen Elizabeth II dies at the age of 96
She passed away peacefully at Balmoral in Scotland.
ANALYSIS: Truss allies top picks for new UK cabinet
Boris Johnson is officially out as British PM after announcing his resignation in July.
Common(wealth) Knowledge #8: Are secret ministries constitutional?
A look into the facts surrounding the Scott Morrison portfolios scandal.
Common(wealth) Knowledge #5: Can politicians hold UK citizenship?
An in-depth look at dual citizenship in the federal parliament.
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