I have more influence now than when I had the power.

It is the first time the burglar has been appointed as caretaker.

I have more influence now than when I had the power.

If I begin my book with a review of the coup, it is only to show that my abiding interests for Australia did not end with it. They shall end only with a long and fortunate life.

Vincent Lingiari, I solemnly hand to you these deeds as proof, in Australian law, that these lands belong to the Gurindji people and I put into your hands this piece of the earth itself as a sign that we restore them to you and your children forever.

The punters know that the horse named Morality rarely gets past the post, whereas the nag named Self-interest always runs a good race.

A conservative government survives essentially by dampening expectations and subduing hopes. Conservatism is basically pessimistic, reformism is basically optimistic.