The key players of Australian Politics are often in the spotlight, on the news, on the radio, even on prime time Logie award winning television shows. They promote their policies to the Australian public in their struggle to get into office. But in their quest for the top job, do they effectively carry out there positions in Australian Politics? The key players of Australian Parliament are The Prime Minister (The Hon. John Howard MP), The Cabinet, The Leader of the Opposition (Mark Latham MP), The Opposition Front Benchers, The Minor Parties, Independents and the Speaker of the House/ President of the Senate. Within our Westminster System they are considered the key players. As they put pressure on each other to govern the country just and fairly, do they do there job? Obviously all of the key players are vital to the Parliament, as there jobs cover the sections of the Parliament and keep things fair but what exactly do they do.
             The Prime Minister, has the informal role of Head of the Government, his main source of power comes from the ability to dismiss and promote Ministers, he is the face of the Australian Government, and is often in the news and papers. The Prime Minister is expected to be able to provide an explanation or comment on all areas of government activity. The Prime Minister is effective without a doubt, in relation to recent events, he has elaborated on the budget, and he continually provides insight on the War on Terrorism in Iraq. The Prime Minister also continually keeps pressure on his current Ministers, for example the treasurer to keep the public up to date on his budget release and the Labour Party's forth coming response.
             The Leader of the Opposition has the role of Head of the Opposition party, his role is an important one to play in parliament, and they may be able to influence the Governments decisions, policies and views. The Opposition can propose ideas for new laws to the Parliament, but unless th...