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“More than ever before TV showed the terrible human suffering and sacrifice of war.” (Australia and the Vietnam war, 2007) This statement made by Richard Nixon highlights the impact of media coverage of the war on Australians. Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam war between the years of 1962-1972 was a very polarising issue in Australia’s history. In the early stages of war, there seemed to be a lack of interest among the public, however, this disinterest turned into growing opposition and hatred for the war, such that by 1972 the ruling Liberal Government was dismissed from parliament. This change in attitude was a result of the highly publicised and televised nature of the war. This war gave the public an opportunity to view the war and its tragedies from their living rooms. Since the war was televised, this made the public more aware and less susceptible towards government propaganda. Furthermore, the Menzies Liberal Government played a key part in fuelling the hatred due to initiating Australia’s involvement in the war. This sparked the beginning of the anti-war movements being birthed. The divisions created within Australian society as a result of the conscription debate which fuelled antiwar movements, encouraging mothers and young people, particularly university students. The culmination of these factors resulted in the growing negative attitudes towards the Vietnam war, evident in Australian society. The growing negativity of the Australian population…

termination of employment. The legal system has been highly effecting in achieving a fair and just outcome through responding to the changing values and ethics of society, and thus reflecting these standards in legislation and other legal measures. The responsiveness of the legal system is evident through the legislative framework which seeks to achieve a just outcome for claims of unfair dismissal, and the entitlements and benefits of both retired and retrenched employees. The legislative…

they weren’t a true reflection of values and ethics of society and largely represented the views of the Howard Government at the time. Despite this, the creation of Fair Work Australia and its various Amendments have been highly effective in restoring the balance and have been much more effective in protecting both employers and employees. The legal system has also been able to demonstrate its effectiveness through the NSW Industrial Relations System and the influence of Trade Unions. The…