Currency is key! Australian Political Institutions 9e introduces students to the structure and organisation of the institutions and functions of government in Australia, with reference to contemporary issues and debates. A lot has changed in recent times in the Australian political environment. Finally there is a text that incorporates all these important changes. As an introduction to the principles of political science the text provides an analysis of key issues in the Australian political system in a clear and concise manner. This new ninth edition retains its core focus on the Australian political system but now includes a comparative element and a more critical and applied focus to this area of study.