George Megalogenis on the three shocks reshaping Australian politics

From the blue-collar man, to the professional woman. From the multigenerational Australian born citizen, to a predominantly migrant nation. From the inner city to the suburbs to the bush. Australia has changed. But have our politicians?

This event was recorded at the Hawke Centre at Adelaide University on 20 August 2026.

Speakers:

George Megalogenis

Political journalist, author, Three Shocks: Who We Are Becoming in the 21st Century, The Australian Moment (winner the 2013 Prime Minister's Literary Award for Non-fiction and the 2012 Walkley Award for Non-fiction), four Quarterly Essays, and more

Tory Shepherd (host)

Senior Reporter, Guardian Australia