This assignment comprises five short-answer critical reviews of news items and related readings from weeks 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7, focusing on Australian political discourse and societal issues. The reviews analyze statements by prominent Australian figures, including Tony Abbott, Scott Morrison, and Julia Gillard, in the context of relevant scholarly articles. The reviews cover topics such as Indigenous affairs, Australia Day celebrations, education, trade agreements, and Australia's relationship with Asia. Each review follows a structured format, identifying the main topic, the speaker's thesis, the author's argument from the assigned reading, supporting evidence, and the author's conclusion. The assignment demonstrates critical analysis skills by comparing and contrasting different viewpoints on key issues in Australian society, supported by citations from the provided readings.