The Nightly
The Nightly brings journalism, analysis, and commentary from Australia’s leading voices with a focus on politics, policy, business, and culture.
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The Nightly brings journalism, analysis, and commentary from Australia’s leading voices with a focus on politics, policy, business, and culture.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
The powers and duties of the governor-general explained.
Common terms explained.
How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.
Australians were asked to pick a song for the national anthem in 1977.
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