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With talk of an election sometime this year, we look at the man who has seemingly evaded the spotlight in a year of pandemic and focus on those in power.

The new US president has hit the ground running, applying policy pressure Down Under in three key areas.

The Prime Minister's recent Cabinet reshuffle is a sign of what we can expect from Australian politics in 2021.

Announcing a bespoke CRM, up-to-date MP profiles, and third-party data feeds for public affairs teams over the Tasman.

Business will benefit from the sugar hit, but has the government missed a trick when it comes to long lasting policy reform?

Michael Gunner has secured another term as Chief Minister, backed by a Territory Labor majority government.

How top corporate government relations teams measure success and articulate their value to the business.

A by-election is brewing in the bellwether seat. We've crunched some numbers to predict who will come out on top.

Announcing Feeds - a powerful new stream of data, delivered straight to the palm of your hands with our new mobile app.

The Government's attention will be elsewhere for a while. Here's how to navigate GR in the wake of the crisis.

Our priority is ensuring staff and customer safety, and providing our services uninterruptedly.

'You are always ahead when you provide policy makers with data that no one else has.'

Advoc8 rounds off 2019 with a wrap up of the big issues in government relations and the year that was in politics.

State and Federal Energy Ministers’ first meeting in almost a year took place in a tough environment for energy policy. Here’s what was agreed.

“Every government relations person tells you why giving them more money will save the budget long-term. It’s actually more effective to explain why what you want is the right thing to do.”

Australia’s premier award recognising political leadership is accepting nominations until 5 December.

It’s the public face of Federal Parliament, but it’s cutting through less and less. This week, we take a look at the new parliamentary inquiry into question time.

Reading between the lines to interpret what government figures are really saying is no easy task. Here are some failsafe rules to help you along the way.

If you’re thinking about software to power your advocacy efforts in 2020, now’s the time to strike.

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is no stranger to the unforgiving political whims of her State’s voters. After their latest big statement, she isn’t waiting around.

Although many politicians have their heart set on it, securing the leadership is a trick most never pull off. Here’s how to capitalise on those who probably will.

Should you rely on in-house professionals, use third-party advocates, or both? Choosing the right one can make or break a campaign.

Advoc8 sits down with former staffer Julian Crowley to hear how advocates can get staffers and MPs on board with their campaigns.

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian is facing an uphill battle to keep MPs and voters onside. What’s happened so far and what’s the way forward?

Advoc8 is looking for a government relations professional with a keen interest in technology to grow our customer base and drive customer success. Think you have what it takes?

Planning for every outcome is hard, but working these strategies in to your advocacy campaigns is crucial to avoid being left in the lurch.

Always one to speak his mind, Deputy Premier John Barilaro is making his mark on New South Wales politics.

With the newest Senators already stealing the spotlight, here’s what we can expect from them moving forward.

Knowing how to manage a professional lunch has become an invaluable part of any advocacy strategy. Here’s how to make an impression.

The talented and affable Hannah Frank talks to us about life as a staffer, the perils of unconscious biases, and the importance of finding pragmatic middle ground with political offices.