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New generation of mega-rich reveals a return to inequality in #AusPol

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Darin Sullivan in Main

The barons are back. Clive Palmer, Gina Rinehart and Andrew ”Twiggy” Forrest are part of an enduring Australian tradition.

Despite believing ours to be an egalitarian nation, a ”super-rich” elite has been a prominent part of our social and economic life since the early 20th century, according to former economics professor and federal Labor MP Andrew Leigh.

About Darin Sullivan (1980 Articles)

Former President of the Fire Brigade Employees’ Union (2009-2018) and a professional firefighter with more than 30 years experience. I live and work on the NSW South Coast, Australia. I am a strong advocate for firefighters and emergency service workers with an interest in mental health issues and caring for those around me. I am a former Director on the NSW Fire Brigades Death and Disability Super Fund and work with charities including ‘The Movember Foundation’. As a leader and activist I have long been active in the campaign for action on climate change. I am a Station Commander in the fire and rescue service in NSW and have 30 years experience fighting fires, both rural and urban. I am passionate about highlighting the impact climate change is having on fire preparedness and fire behaviour in Australia, and the risks associated with inaction on climate change. I am also a spokesperson for the Australian Climate Media Centre.