Anthony Fensom
Anthony Fensom is a communications consultant and freelance writer based in Brisbane. Residing in the nation's key battleground state for the upcoming poll he's at the centre of the political action and will try to give The Diplomat readers a ringside seat on what promises to be a hard-fought election.
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To Tax, Or Not to Carbon Tax?
As the Durban conference on climate change continues, does the debate over a carbon tax in Australia offer any useful lessons for gathered delegates?
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Asia-Pacific’s Annus Horribilis
Massive flooding, a cyclone, catastrophic earthquakes and a nuclear crisis—there are plenty of lessons for Asia-Pacific leaders to learn.
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Why Japan Keeps Whaling
Every year, Japanese whaling provokes international outrage, resulting in huge damage to the country’s image. So why does it keep doing it?
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Australia Leadership Battle On
With an extended office stay for Prime Minister Gillard uncertain, willpower may end up determining long-term leadership of the nation.
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Sun Shines on Gillard…For Now
More than two weeks after election day, Australia finally elects its first female prime minister. But it’s a tough road ahead.
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Alexander Downer on the Poll
The Diplomat speaks with the former Australian foreign minister about the election and what a Liberal government might do.
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Coalition Out for the Count?
Australia’s ruling Labor Party has recovered its opinion poll lead. Can the opposition Coalition still land a knockout blow?
