Australian Politics and Policy

The first open source and open access textbook on Australian politics, Australian Politics and Policy provides a unique, holistic coverage of politics and public topics for use in university courses. This 2026 edition includes 53 chapters, an unparalleled resource for instructors. With contributions from Australia’s leading politics and public policy scholars, the textbook includes material on Australian political history and philosophy, key political institutions and jurisdictions, Australian political sociology, public policy-making, and specialised chapters on a diverse range of policy topics. Each chapter was subject to anonymous and rigorous peer review to ensure the highest standards. The 2026 edition includes 44 revised chapters. Read Online Here