Discover Australia! The Battle for Bennelong: The Adventures of Maxine McKew, A Woman in the House of Representatives by Peter van Onselen and Wayne Errington (2007)
Discover Australia! The Battle for Bennelong: The Adventures of Maxine McKew, A Woman in the House of Representatives by Peter van Onselen and Wayne Errington (2007)
Told through the eyes of Maxine McKew, the book reflects on the battle for Bennelong in the 2007 election.
McKew was a popular Labor candidate, running against incumbent Liberal MP, John Howard.
It captures the highs and lows of the campaign and the strategies used by both sides.
It also looks at the role of the media and how it can shape the outcome of an election.
The book explores the changes that have taken place in Australian politics over the past decade.
It reflects on the importance of local issues and how they can influence the direction of a campaign.
It examines the role of women in politics and the challenges they face in achieving success.
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