Talking Independence

Today we talk to Graham Smith, CEO of the UK Republic Movement. Since 2005, Graham has advocated tirelessly for an independent republic in Britain by abolishing the monarchy. He has written countless articles and is the official spokesperson for Republic UK. Graham holds dual British and Australian citizenship. Join us as we walk through Graham’s perspective, and how his time in Australia helped s...

Join us as we chat to renowned author and academic Dr Benjamin T. Jones, a recognised expert on republicanism and nationalism, and Australian social and political history. His books include 'This Time', 'Republicanism and Responsible Government' and 'Project Republic'. Listen to his lively chat on how even in the 1860s, British sentiment was that Australia was to become a republic in the next few...

What’s happening in Western Australia? Join us as we chat to Bodhi Hardinge, WA Branch Convenor for the Australian Republic Movement. Bodhi is a consultant at a leading climate change and energy firm, and is passionate about the equality and sustainability of Australia.

With thanks to Emeritus Professor Stephen Powles for organising this event.

How should we broach social topics with children? How do current affairs today shape their views as adults in the future? Join us as we chat to Daisy Turnbull, NSW Branch Representative for the Australian Republic Movement. Daisy is an educator and director of wellbeing at St Catherine’s School in Sydney. She’s also a mum-of-two and author of '50 Risks to Take With Your Kids'.

Evelyn Santoro is a keen communicator. Born in Sydney, Evelyn speaks four languages having lived abroad working as a freelance writer/editor. Immersed in the not-for-profit community sector for the last 15 years, she has travelled across the country interviewing people (often marginalised and vulnerable in society), developing photoshoots, TV ads and social media clips to promote awareness around...

Rick Mitry has practised since 1978 as a barrister and solicitor. The areas of his practice have included commercial litigation, private international law and litigation, criminal law, and representative proceedings. He leads the pro bono arm of Mitry Lawyers. After serving as Vice-President for three years, he is currently President of the Toongabbie Legal Centre in Western Sydney, which provides...

Evelyn Santoro speaks with Tony Hockey. Tony Hockey is the NSW Branch Convenor of the Australian Republic Movement and a passionate supporter of the ARM cause since the mid-1990s. Tony established the ARM North Shore forum and, while living in the UK, the ARM London forum in 2015.