The Socialist: Spreading the alternative to capitalism
Less than one third of Australians trust journalists, one of the lowest levels in the world. Low trust in journalists is understandable given big …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
I have always had an interest in social issues. Living a life where I ignore injustice has never been a viable option for me. …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
I joined the Socialist Party as a result of my upset at the lack of involvement the major political parties have on key issues …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
As a student and a worker, I am affected by the capitalist system. Not only am I exploited personally, but I have no choice …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
I grew up in a somewhat conservative family. Although my parents never openly discussed politics, when I was very young I always had some …
Conference prepares for a new period in Australia
The Socialist Party held its annual National Conference on August the 6 and 7 at Trades Hall in Melbourne. The event played an important …
Australia moving into a new, more unstable era
The following document was debated, and subsequently agreed to, at the 2016 Socialist Party National Conference held in Melbourne on August 6 & 7. …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
My decision to become a socialist was made two years ago in Germany, where I grew up. I was opposed to the racism, sexism …
A reply to former comrades in New Zealand
On the 23rd February 2016 the Socialist Party received a letter of resignation from 10 former members which accused the party of having covered …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
It has been said before that we have a stark choice – between either socialism or barbarism. We either have a society organised and …
Statement from Socialist Party National Committee
The Socialist Party received a letter of resignation on 23rd February 2016, signed by fourteen people. While all those who signed the letter are …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
My decision to join the Socialist Party started in May 2014. I was watching Joe Hockey read out one of the cruellest budgets I …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
Three new members explain why they joined the Socialist Party I have identified as a socialist for a while without really doing anything about …
New opportunities for socialist ideas
In late July the Socialist Party held its annual National Conference in Melbourne. The 2014 Conference marked 29 years since the founding of the …
Why I joined the Socialist Party
Growing up I never really understood politics. I always had a vague sense of what I thought was ‘right’, and would feel upset when …
Why I Joined the Socialist Party
I joined the Socialist Party after being inspired by the ideals that the party advocates. Under the current Coalition government, the flaws of the …
2014 Socialist Party National Conference
The Socialist Party will hold its 2014 National Conference in the Melbourne CBD on July 11, 12 & 13. The National Conference is the …
What being a member of SP involves?
Lots of people ask what being a member of the Socialist Party involves. Here is a short explanation… We encourage our members, where possible, …