Labor In Power
Overview
This series chronicles the journey of the Labor Party in Australia during its time in power from 1983 to 1993, led by Bob Hawke and Paul Keating. The narrative unfolds through the perspectives of key figures within the government and the bureaucracy, giving insight into their experiences and decisions during this transformative era. With a focus on both leaders and their inner circles, the show delves into the challenges and triumphs they faced, offering a comprehensive view of a pivotal chapter in Australian political history.
Episodes
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1
Taking Power
For over ten years, Bob Hawke and Paul Keating have been the leading figures in Australian politics. Throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, Hawke serve...
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2
Taxing Times
Amid the tumultuous 1984 election campaign, Bob Hawke capitalized on the notion of a Taxation Summit instead of proposing specific tax reforms. Drawin...
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3
Conserving Power
In 1987, the Hawke administration found itself in a desperate struggle for survival. Bob Hawke yearned for an accomplishment that no other Labor Prime...
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4
The Recession We Had to Have
Paul Keating’s promise of a bountiful budget in 1988 ended up being nothing but a burnt offering. Prior to the stock market crash on October 19, 198...
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5
The Sweetest Victory
By late January 1991, Prime Minister Bob Hawke publicly broke his commitment to step down for Paul Keating, setting the stage for a tumultuous leaders...