Writer
Barry Jones
Barry Jones was Minister for Science 1983-90 and is a Fellow of four of Australia’s five learned academies. His book "What is to be done" was published in 2020.
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‘Vehicle or destination?’ Parties down, policy up
The major parties, with the possible exception of The Greens, are in serious, probably terminal, decline, with habitual supporters largely disengaged, with a third of voters moving in a new direction. Continue reading »
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Dear friends: a notable Australian thinker looks to a better 2022
This is an extract from the ninth Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year message of the former Labor MP, science minister and national president of the ALP. Continue reading »
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A unity ticket to challenge the integrity vacuum in Canberra
Two former political heavyweights from different sides have joined forces to combat the corruption and damaging inaction of the Morrison government. Continue reading »
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The democratic crisis: Whatever happened to courage, principle, commitment, accountability?
Australian democracy is under serious threat, and neither of the major parties have any vision beyond the next election. Only an active citizenry can prevent us sliding towards authoritarian or populist democracy. Continue reading »
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Barry Jones speech for the Monash Medal at the Rotary Club of Melbourne 4.8.2021
The soldiers had to have a representative hero who was a volunteer; he was acceptable to the community as a seemingly unpretentious outsider, not really part of the Establishment. His commanding intellect was sensed as well as his basic honesty and decency. He was one tall poppy who was never cut down. Continue reading »
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BARRY JONES. From COVID-19 to Climate Change? Hoping for a miracle.
Australia handled the COVID-19 pandemic exceptionally well. Our success gives us confidence that our political leaders and institutions are capable of addressing other serious issues, such as climate change, the refugee crisis, redefining work, and setting a high international standard. Continue reading »
