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A poll has revealed that 73 percent of Australian women aged 18 to 21 do not believe that women in politics are treated equally to men.

As an employment lawyer I have noticed the same tactics being adopted by employers and in a more aggressive way than in the past.

The exposure of rape culture, the violence, the harassment – it’s been an unrelenting presence. So what’s with the “shock”?

Leaders are held to a higher standard and should be because they are accountable for the culture and values of the organisation.

Scott Morrison faces a growing chorus of calls to take further action over the rape allegation against Attorney-General Christian Porter.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said the government minister accused of raping a 16-year-old girl in 1988 denies the historic allegations.

As for allegations made against one of his own ministers? Albanese, like Morrison is yet to speak up.

A third woman has alleged she was sexually assaulted by the same government staffer accused of sexual assault by two other women.

If there’s no action in response to sexism at the highest level of government, the message sent is that misogyny is culturally acceptable.

Labor MP Kate Thwaites has issued a rallying cry to Parliament, urging colleagues to “do their part” to make the environment safe for women.

Federal parliament is an atypical work environment. But that does not make it “special” and therefore, beyond community standards.

Independent MP Zali Steggall today made her maiden speech before a conservative-dominated parliament, calling on them to take action on climate change.