The 2004 Australian Election Study Survey: The Decline of Political Parties? [ 2004 - 2004 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Professor Clive Bean

Researchers A/Prof CS BeanProf I McAllisterDr RK Gibson

Brief description Long renowned for the stability of its political party system, Australia is finally experiencing a sustained challenge to the dominance of the major parties, which is reflected in an increasing preference by voters for minor parties and independent candidates. This project will examine the implications of these developments by conducting a public-use, national sample survey of voters at the next federal election, likely to be held in 2004. The outcomes generated by the project will enhance academic and community understanding of the nature of the changing partisan climate within the Australian electorate.

Funding Amount $62,471

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects