# Australia's Liberal Odyssey: Tracing Freedom's Path | Dr Greg Melleuish

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Published: 2026-02-09T09:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://liberalisminquestion.podbean.com/e/australias-liberal-odyssey-tracing-freedoms-path-dr-greg-melleuish/
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## Resource

In this thought-provoking episode of Liberalism in Question, we delve into the rich tapestry of Australia’s liberal history with esteemed guest Dr Greg Melleuish, Associate Professor of History and Politics at the University of Wollongong. Explore how liberalism shaped Australia’s political landscape, influenced key figures like Alfred Deakin and Robert Menzies, and continues to inform contemporary debates on freedom, modernity, and national identity. 👉Further Reading: A Short History of Australian Liberalism: https://www.cis.org.au/publication/a-short-history-of-australian-liberalism/ 👉 Support CIS Research: 🔹 Become a member: https://www.cis.org.au/membership-2-step-1/ 🔹 Make a donation: https://www.cis.org.au/support/donate/today/ 🔹 Learn more: https://www.cis.org.au/

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