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As an international student living and working in Australia, it can be helpful to understand how Australian politics works. Changes to policies and laws can influence immigration, education, the economy and business – all things that play a big role in shaping your...
If you’re an international student in Australia with a passion for social causes and thinking about participating in a rally, it’s a good idea to approach this with a well-informed perspective. Protests can be powerful expressions of belief, but they also...
Over the weekend, Australians re-elected Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party in a landslide victory. The party has campaigned on promises to improve healthcare, reduce the cost of living and make education more accessible, among others – many of...
As international students, it can be daunting to understand Australia’s electoral system and what rights you may have. How can you, as international students, make an impact and contribute to the communities you live in? Do you possess voting rights? Australia’s...
“During every single day of the Trump administration, I will, very simply, put America first.” Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2025 marks the beginning of a new chapter in global politics. For Australia, his leadership is expected to bring both...
The campaigning is over, the votes have been cast, and the results are in—Donald Trump has won the race to become President of the United States of America (USA). On the 20th of January 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn into office for his second term in the White...
Recently, Scape Australia La Trobe hosted an exciting event where six Lord Mayor candidates convened to discuss international student policies in Melbourne. This debate, organised by Future Forte Australia ahead of the upcoming City of Melbourne elections, was...
Recent polling commissioned by Universities Australia reveals generally positive attitudes toward international students, with 61 per cent of Australians recognising their contributions to economic growth and 68 per cent agreeing they fill critical skills gaps....
With the 2024 US presidential election on every TV, newspaper, and social media feed, you might be wondering how the American political system differs from the Australian one. We’re here to guide you through the similarities and differences between these two political...